Views of a database

A view is a window with a specific organization of the user's data. Access forms have four different views: Design view, Form view, Datasheet view, and Print Preview.

The Design view provides a window in which tables can be designed.

The Datasheet view displays data in rows and columns. This view allows users to edit fields and add, delete, or search for information. The Datasheet view allows users to see more than one record at the same time.

The Form view is a window that displays complete records individually. It is primarily used to add and edit data in tables.

Print preview presents information as it will look when printed. Users use Print Preview to preview the printout of their data.