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5.02 Understand database queries, forms, and reports.
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FormsForms
• A database object that is used to create a user-friendly format for data entry and retrieval
• May include drop-down menus, instructions, navigational controls, and graphics
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UsesUses
• Online reservations for hotels, flights
• Entering contact and billing information online
• Electronic card catalog in the media center
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AdvantagesAdvantages of Forms of Forms
• Searching for information is faster
• Data entry is faster
• Easy to read and understand
• Allow information to be censored
– For example, a hotel reservation form posted on the web may allow users to select a type of room and the arrival and departure dates, but prevent or hide users from viewing the details of the hotel rates.
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Common Elements Common Elements of Formsof Forms
• Graphics – lines, shapes, images
• Data – content from records in the database
• Calculations – forms can contain formulas that perform calculations
• Controls – define how data can be entered, viewed, or used in calculations
• Descriptive text – help text and hints for users
• Subforms – forms embedded in and connected to a main form through a common field.