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About Microsoft Access

Create your own database apps easily in formats that serve your business best. PC only. Access is an easy-to-use tool for creating business applications, from templates or from scratch. With its rich and intuitive design tools, Access can help you create appealing and highly functional applications in a minimal amount of time. Tailor your custom apps to your business and your customers, easily editing as needed to meet evolving needs. Using Visual Basic for Applications, automate business processes and create more useful forms and reports. Integrate data between Access and line-of-business apps using the Access connector library to generate aggregated visuals and insights in the familiar Access interface. Easily store data in SQL Server and Microsoft Azure SQL to enhance reliability, scalability, security, and long-term manageability.

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Ratings/Reviews - 32 User Reviews

Overall 4.2 / 5
ease 4.1 / 5
features 4.4 / 5
design 4.3 / 5
support 4.7 / 5

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Microsoft
Founded: 1975
United States
products.office.com/en-us/access

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Product Details

Platforms Supported
Windows
Training
Documentation
Support
Online

Microsoft Access Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What kinds of users and organization types does Microsoft Access work with?
Q: What languages does Microsoft Access support in their product?
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Microsoft Access Product Features

Database

Backup and Recovery
Creation / Development
Data Replication
Data Search
Database Conversion
Queries
Relational Interface
Data Migration
Data Security
Mobile Access
Monitoring
NOSQL
Performance Analysis
Virtualization

Relational Database

ACID Compliance
Data Failure Recovery
Multi-Platform
Referential Integrity
SQL DDL Support
SQL DML Support
System Catalog
Unicode Support

Spreadsheet

Analytics
Charting
Multi-User Collaboration
Audit Trail
Calculators
Templates
  • A Microsoft Access User
    Recruiting Coordinator
    Used the software for: Less than 6 months
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "I am just so confused"

    Posted 2022-02-09

    Pros: I don't have a lot to say that is good about this product but might be because I didn't understand it.

    Cons: I went through a full training for this program and by the end of the last day, I still didn't understand it.

    Overall: I saw others understand with some struggle. But I was not able to get this program down. I much prefer to just use excel for what I need.

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  • Shaunaq M.
    Backend Developer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Powerful and straightforward database that gets the job done."

    Posted 2021-08-16

    Pros: - Microsoft access can be highly customizable according to the user's preference and needs.
    - It is a widely used software, so the community support is tremendous.
    - For using Microsoft Access, there is no need to learn a new language, just knowing SQL queries does the job.

    Cons: - It is not a suitable database option for handling a large database or multiple users.
    - There is a lot of room for improvement in the user interface of the software.

    Overall: Overall, Microsoft Access is a straightforward and widely used database that could be customized as per user preferences. The operational part of the software is easy to get started if the user has a prior knowledge of any relational database like SQL.

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  • Shishir D.
    Senior Financial Analyst
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Monthly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 20,000 or More
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Not very good for managing databases"

    Posted 2021-08-08

    Pros: Not many pros for using this. Access is used only when we have no option such as restriction on other apps.

    Cons: Buggy, lags when importing even simple DBs. Excel, SQL and even python's microsheet are better than Access.

    Overall: Have completely stopped using this since we got PowerQuery embedded into PowerBI and Excel got query tools in-built.

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  • Shristi B.
    VR Developer
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 10,000 - 19,999
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Amazing software for database"

    Posted 2021-07-23

    Pros: Helps you to maintain and manage your database easily.
    Easy to use and has a great interface for the users.
    Really simple to configure.

    Cons: No cons, it's a simple and plain database application.

    Overall: Microsoft Access is a really easy to use with great interface application for maintaining your database.
    It's a data management tools for your small and large business.

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  • Gage A.
    Customer Care Coordinator
    Used the software for: Less than 6 months
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1 - 25
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Access is the best database software"

    Posted 2021-06-21

    Pros: This software is amazing and allows you to organize your databases within one application! I highly recommend this software.

    Cons: It is a part of Microsoft 365 and sadly need to buy the whole system to get access to access.

    Overall: Microsoft Access has nothing wrong with the software it works as advertised with complete connectivity to all other Microsoft applications.

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  • Radhika S.
    IOS Developer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 500 - 999
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Manages your data professionally."

    Edited 2021-06-04

    Pros: - It has pre-built templates for almost all the database requirements, which saves a lot of time.
    - It can be directly liked with other Microsoft tools for a seamless workflow.
    - It is easy to configure and has a good interface.

    Cons: - It is not an ideal solution when you are working on a large database.
    - It does not supports all the data sources and formats.

    Overall: Overall, Microsoft Access is an easy-to-use and management tool for small to medium databases. It has all the necessary features and a good UI.

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  • Prakriti C.
    IT Consultant
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 500 - 999
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Simple and effective database solution."

    Posted 2021-05-18

    Pros: - It is an easy-to-learn tool with a simple layout.
    - Data queries are conducted in split seconds time.
    - It can easily be tailored according to the user's needs.
    - It requires the least amount of programming and has a user-friendly UI.
    - The price of the tool is very affordable.

    Cons: - Developing queries can be a difficult task for a newbie.
    - The security should be improved more to prevent data from being compromised.

    Overall: Overall, It is an all-in-one solution for database management. it is equipped with all the relevant features required for database management. The tool is also very affordable compared to the values it provides.

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  • Sharmishtha G.
    Principal
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "A Robust and Powerful Database tool."

    Posted 2021-04-30

    Pros: -It is a straightforward tool to use if you are familiar with databases.
    -It is one of the oldest database tools, so the interface is almost perfectly refined by years of regular updates.
    -Anyone can do the installation and set up of the software within minutes.

    Cons: -It is not a suitable software for extensive databases because of the limitation of storage.
    -The price of the software is a bit higher than other alternatives.

    Overall: Overall, Microsoft Access is an excellent application because of its integration with other Microsoft software. The UI is fluid and very responsive to use.

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  • Sundar Y.
    Data Scientist
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Easy to use data management tool."

    Posted 2021-04-14

    Pros: - It can be easily integrated into different data formats.
    - It is a structured and easy-to-use database tool for all entry-level works.
    - There is a lot of room for customization.

    Cons: - It is only limited to work with smaller to medium size databases.
    - Graphs and charts are difficult to implement.

    Overall: Overall, Microsoft Access is an easy-to-use database tool with a non-complex interface and it is abundant in features.

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  • Ashish S.
    Cloud Developer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Affordable and Customisable."

    Posted 2021-03-09

    Pros: 1. It is very inexpensive if you compare it to other database software options.
    2. It is customisable and extremely versatile in use, you can create database in almost any category.
    3. The data in Microsoft Access can be linked to any other Microsoft's software to further process it, this comes out as a very good use of the integration by Microsoft.

    Cons: 1. It is not very user friendly in terms of user interface and takes a lot of time to learn the functionality in the initial phase.

    Overall: Overall, a considerable and reliable option for all the databases needs for any organisation. Other than the complex UI everything else is amazing.

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  • Kunal J.
    Android Developer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 500 - 999
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Easy To Use Software For Relational Databases."

    Edited 2021-02-27

    Pros: - It provides a GUI to input your data to tables easily.
    - The user side mask is very straightforward to operate.
    - You can use your SQL query on the query writing tool present in the software.
    - You can easily import spreadsheets, images, and documents.
    - You need an internet connection to create the database.

    Cons: - The software is very difficult to operate at first because of the complexity, it would be great if they provide in-app tutorials.
    - It is not an ideal software for larger databases.

    Overall: Overall, Microsoft Access is ideal for the easy creation of databases efficiently. It can also be used in the front end of the organization. It has lots of features and functionality that can be used to improve the productivity of the organization.

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  • A Microsoft Access User
    Marketer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Monthly
    User Role: User, Deployment
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Lively"

    Edited 2021-02-23

    Pros: Microsoft Access is a very good tool indeed for database management. Very good for beginners and amateurs.

    Cons: No cons as such. It is a good place to learn and experiment.

    Overall: Overall I loved working with Microsoft Access. It is very nice to experiment with databases and practice.

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  • Micheal R.
    Communiation Assistant
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 5,000 - 9,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Amazing Program for Planning and Computation"

    Posted 2021-02-18

    Pros: Microsoft Access helps in keeping things or projects in order. Furthermore, Microsoft Access increases the efficiency of the firms resources.

    Cons: Microsoft Access is connected with other Microsoft Office program, and I suggest the developer to make it a stand alone tool.

    Overall: Microsoft Access ensures resources and time, are well planned, and there is transparency in everything that a firm requires. Microsoft Access also helps even for individual activities.

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  • Afsana K.
    Back End Developer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 1,000 - 4,999
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Database Solution For All Companies."

    Posted 2021-02-09

    Pros: -It is a compelling and versatile app to crate databases in almost any category.
    -You can import data from other Microsoft Office apps like excel and use it in data entry.
    -The User Interface allows creativity and customization in templates, tables, etc.
    -It is very cheap if we compare it to other database tool applications.

    Cons: -You will first need to be trained to use this tool because of the intricate architecture and Interface.
    -The major con is that it is not a multiplatform tool.
    -You can only use files up to 2GB and fields up to 255, which is significantly less.

    Overall: Overall, MS Access is a great tool for anyone comfortable with Microsoft's Ecosystem. It is quite a famous and used application, so if you get stuck anywhere, there will always be an article or video on the internet to help you out.

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  • Mohd T.
    Full Stack Developer
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 500 - 999
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Best Database Tool."

    Posted 2021-02-01

    Pros: -It is by far the best introductory database management software available out there.
    -It is very cheap in price if we compare it with other database software.
    -It gives a wide scope of customization by creating custom inputs, reports, and forms.

    Cons: -It is very complex to use. A beginner in the field of database won't be able to use it because of the complexity.
    -Sometimes, it becomes challenging for the user to develop queries if you don't know the right terminology.

    Overall: Overall, Access is the best tool available out there if you know the depths of databases. Otherwise, it will be very tough to use it because of the complex features and language.

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  • Zayna A.
    System Engineer
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 500 - 999
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    Probability You Would Recommend?
    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Database access is easy"

    Posted 2020-11-27

    Pros: It is convenient for everyone to create a manageable database and having access for it at times of desire and Microsoft Access does well to fulfill this purpose.

    Cons: It is good for managing basic databases but does not have supportive tools to cater big and messy databases.

    Overall: Overall Microsoft Access gives a good feel if we are dealing with some data and want to manage it in better way by creating a secure database.

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  • Linda A.
    Instructor
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Good for creating personal database and backup"

    Posted 2020-11-27

    Pros: Microsoft Access gives a lot of basic features for creating small or big personal and business databases, which can be used for data management, data backup & recovery and multi user collaborations.

    Cons: It doesn't provide mobile access and data security features.

    Overall: Overall it is helpful in times when we lost our main data in any case of accident or other issues, as we can easily backup and recover our databases through Microsoft Access.

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  • A Microsoft Access User
    Assistant Principal
    Used the software for: 1-2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Monthly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Microsoft Access"

    Posted 2020-11-20

    Pros: I like the Microsoft package units entirety and any product that comes from it is well designed and streamlined to provide efficient solutions for users.

    Cons: The learning curve for my team was longer than I expected when I trained them.

    Overall: I would highly recommend Access to other users looking to increase efficiency and those who are in need of data to drive decisions.

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  • Betty C.
    Teacher
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Weekly
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Easy organization and management of database"

    Posted 2020-11-12

    Pros: Microsoft Access is great application for organizing small or big databases, and helps users in managing and abstracting needful reports and charts in multiple manners. It needs a little laborious work to provide inputs but once done, it gives a great results.

    Cons: Microsoft Access is not a commonly used application like other Microsoft products as it needs a bit technical knowledge to work on it.

    Overall: Overall Microsoft Access is a big help in organizing big database of organization and abstracting detailed and comprehensive reports from that.

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  • Rajesh .
    Counsellor
    Used the software for: 2 Years
    Frequency of Use: Daily
    User Role: User
    Company Size: 100 - 499
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    1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

    "Complete data base application"

    Posted 2020-10-28

    Pros: Any organization need reports and well maintained database. MS Access has all the features of entering the large data base and organizing in very better way. Its forms and pivot charts helps in updating the data in connection. Can provide the links to other access databases and update the same.

    Cons: Detailed knowledge is required for management of records and data connection. Major tools are available however the nomenclature is might different from MS excel and hence training is mandatory.

    Overall: Overall MS Access provide huge database management system and data refining & data mining is very easy with its usage. Multiple forms can be created and user can enter the respective fields only. Bit technical but user can use for layman usages and generate the charts, reports and tables as per his requirement.

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