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How to Create Macro in MS Access

Updated on:
May 12, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to build and save a macro in MS Access.

Quick summary

A macro in MS Access lets you automate repetitive tasks by chaining actions in the Macro Designer without writing any code. Use the Create tab to open the Macro Designer, configure action arguments, and save your macro with a descriptive name.


Steps

  1. Go to the Create tab on the ribbon.
  2. Click Macro in the Macros & Code group to open the Macro Designer window.
  3. In the dropdown under Action Catalog, select the desired action.
  4. After selecting an action, configure its arguments in the provided fields such as Form Name, View, and Data Mode.
  5. Review the sequence — each action will execute in order.
  6. Click the Save button.
  7. Give the macro a descriptive name and click OK.
  8. Close the Macro Designer — your macro in MS Access has been successfully created.

📌 Why this matters

Creating macros in MS Access allows users to automate repetitive database tasks — such as opening forms, running queries, and navigating records — without writing any VBA code. The Macro Designer provides a structured, point-and-click interface that makes automation accessible to non-developers and database beginners alike. By chaining sequential actions with configurable arguments, Access macros reduce manual effort, minimize human error, and improve the consistency of database workflows. For teams managing complex Access databases, macros are a foundational productivity tool that accelerates everyday operations.
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