How to Add Calendar Control MS Access

Quick summary

Adding a Calendar Control in Microsoft Access lets users pick dates through a visual Date and Time Picker instead of typing manually, reducing errors in date-sensitive database fields. This tutorial covers how to create a blank form, set a Date & Time field type, and place the picker control in just a few clicks.

Steps

1. Open a new form by clicking the Blank database button in MS Access.
2. Click the Field Column to add a calendar control, then select Date & Time from the available field type options.
3. Click and place the Date and Time Picker onto your form at the desired position.
4. Confirm your setup — your table or query now includes a Date/Time field with a functional calendar control.