How to Load a Form on Startup in your Database

In this Microsoft Access tutorial I'm going to show you how to open a form automatically when your database starts up. We'll also learn about the Autoexec macro, how to bypass the startup routine, and I'll show you how to get additional commands to run after your startup form loads.

Links

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Methods

1. File > Options > Current Database > Startup Form
2. AutoExec Macro > OpenForm > Form Name

Bypass Key

• Hold down the Shift Key when starting your database

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