https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi Listed below are a couple of obstacles, along with solutions, that users may potentially encounter during their use in Access. en-us 2017-06-19 14:41:21 UTC 2026-01-21 00:26:30 UTC hello@padlet.com https://padlet-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/icons/Diskette.png asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176874317 2017-06-19 15:01:17 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176874317 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176875098 2017-06-19 15:06:45 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176875098 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176875394 2017-06-19 15:09:46 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176875394 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176875589 2017-06-19 15:11:13 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176875589 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176882011 Obstacle #1 - Make sure that the created fields are associated with the appropriate tables.]]> 2017-06-19 16:05:43 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176882011 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176884890 Solution #1 - It is important to use similar terminology between the created fields and tables. Most importantly, have an understanding of the end goal of your database. Are you tracking inventory, customer information, sales, etc.?]]> 2017-06-19 16:34:10 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176884890 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176885347 Obstacle #2 - Creating a primary key that is unique and effective is critical to the success of the database. ]]> 2017-06-19 16:38:34 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176885347 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176885627 Solution #2 - Create a primary key that is unique, one that is never null, and one that ideally never changes. If you are unsure of what to use for a primary key, create an AutoNumber field and Access will automatically generate one for you.]]> 2017-06-19 16:41:26 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176885627 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176890205 2017-06-19 17:28:32 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176890205 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176891321 2017-06-19 17:39:47 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/176891321 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177500386 Obstacle #3 - Ensure that your created forms are functional (include options for all information needed) and professional looking.]]> 2017-06-27 02:06:37 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177500386 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177500545 Solution #3 - Use the Layout View in Access to edit the looks and functionality of your forms. Here you can change font, add/remove columns and rows, resize columns/rows, etc. ]]> 2017-06-27 02:08:49 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177500545 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177506322 Obstacle #4 - Your header and footer needs to informer users/customers what they are looking at in a professional manner.]]> 2017-06-27 03:46:05 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177506322 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177506374 Solution #4 - Be sure to add a header and footer that represents what you want your form to represent. Your company name and type of form (order/invoice/customer list) should be included. Becoming familiar working in Design View will help you with this.]]> 2017-06-27 03:47:00 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177506374 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177507558 2017-06-27 04:05:43 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177507558 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177507672 2017-06-27 04:07:19 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177507672 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870192 Obstacle #5 - Your query must be created with the correct function in order to find the data that you are searching for. ]]> 2017-07-01 20:30:35 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870192 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870245 Solution #5 - The creator must understand what the functions do and what that function is going to output.]]> 2017-07-01 20:33:41 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870245 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870335 Obstacle #6 - When creating a query and using a function, it is mandatory to import the data that you will be using.]]> 2017-07-01 20:35:46 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870335 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870391 Solution #6 - Finding and making sure you have the correct data will allow the function to work properly. ]]> 2017-07-01 20:37:36 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177870391 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177917441 2017-07-03 03:36:44 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177917441 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177992331 2017-07-04 02:43:34 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/177992331 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178353074 Obstacle #7 - It is mandatory that you have the correct data when working with the total function. If you do not have the correct data, the total displayed will be erroneous. ]]> 2017-07-10 01:55:02 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178353074 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178355913 Solution #7 –  You must import the correct data into the report you are creating.  You also need to ensure all of the data you entered into the table you import is also correct.]]> 2017-07-10 02:43:12 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178355913 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178356383 Obstacle #8 – While sorting, filtering, or using conditional formatting, it is necessary to find the right formatting that you wish to use. If you do not use the correct conditional formatting rules, then the displayed information will be incorrect. ]]> 2017-07-10 02:50:12 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178356383 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423005 Solution #8 - Users should experiment with the conditional formatting feature. Trying different formatting and viewing what the data looks like provides the user with direct feedback. It is important that data remains professional looking and colors fit a theme when using conditional formatting features.]]> 2017-07-10 21:30:40 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423005 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423495 2017-07-10 21:43:21 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423495 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423535 2017-07-10 21:44:38 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423535 asavage12 https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423621 2017-07-10 21:46:28 UTC https://padlet.com/asavage12/3hzy2sw22xmi/wish/178423621