Create a New Database

When you start Microsoft Access 2010, you will be greeted by the Backstage and prompted to select a database.

 

The options include Available Templates as well as database templates online through Office.com

 
1. Try It: Create a New, Blank Database

Go to Available Templates.

Select Blank database.

 

Look for the File Name on the far right side of the Backstage. It is not immediately obvious because of the division in the screen.

 

Enter a File Name: FrontRowVideo Begin1

"Begin1" is for numbering the different versions as we complete the lessons.

 

What Do You See? The new database will be saved to your Documents folder. You can choose a different folder if you wish. This Guide will refer to the default location, the Documents folder.

 

Click Create. Keep going...

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