Quick summary
You can integrate Google Sheets with an MS Access database by using the ODBC connection method built into Access's External Data menu. This step-by-step process lets you link live spreadsheet data directly into your Access environment without manual imports.
Steps
- Open the MS Access main dashboard, navigate to the top menu bar, and click External Data.
- Under the Import & Link section, select ODBC Database.
- Choose your preferred data source and destination, then click OK to continue.
- Click the Machine Data Source tab.
- Tap New to begin establishing the connection between Google Sheets and your MS Access database.
- Specify the type of data you wish to use, then click Next.
- Choose the specific Google Sheets driver you want to use, then tap Next to proceed.
- Review the connection details and click Finish.
- Provide all required details and click OK to enable the full integration of your MS Access database with Google Sheets.
