Access Chapter 4 Flashcards
a database object that is used to add data or edit data in a table
form
used to create data entry forms for customers, employees, products, and other tables
form tool
the table or query that supplies the records for a form or report
record source
displays fields in a vertical column
stacked layout
displays fields horizontally
tabular layout
a text box, button, label, or other tool you use to add, edit and display the data in a form or report
control
provides guides to help keep controls aligned horizontally and vertically and give your form a uniform appearance
layout control
a simplified user interface primarily used for data entry; does not allow you to make changes to the layout
form view
enables users to make changes to a layout while viewing the data in the form or report
layout view
enables you to change advanced settings you cannot see in layout view, such as removing a layout control
design view
combines two views of the same record source- one section is displayed in a stacked layout and the other section is displayed in a tabular layout
split form
displays multiple records in a tabular layout similar to a table’s design sheet view, with more customization options
multiple items form
a defines set of colours, font and graphics that can be applied to a form or report
theme
a database document that outputs meaningful information to its readers
report
used to instantly create a tabular report based on the table or query currently selected
report tool
prompts you for input and then uses your answers to generate a customized report
report wizard
enables you to easily create mailing labels, name tags, and other specialized tags
report view
enables you to see exactly what the report will look like when its printed
print preview
a file type that was created for exchanging documents independent of software applications and operating system environment
portable document format (PDF)
