Shapes with Transparent Backgrounds in MS Access

In this Microsoft Access tutorial, I will show you how to insert and customize shapes with transparent backgrounds in your forms and reports. Learn how to utilize PowerPoint to create shapes and import them as transparent images into Access, making your form designs more visually appealing.

Lucas from Garland, Texas (a Gold Member) asks: I'm trying to add some shapes, like arrows, to my form, but I'm having trouble making the background transparent. Can you help me with this?

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• Access Beginner 1

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