1. 5.02 Understand database queries, forms, and reports.

2. Forms
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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As people enter data into a form, it is saved in an underlying table.
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Forms can also provide a start-up screen, with easy ways to launch database tasks.
We’ll look at specific elements of a form in the next slide.
5.02 Understand database queries, forms, and reports used in business.
6.01 Forms

3. Uses Online reservations for hotels, flights
Entering contact and billing information online
Electronic card catalog in the media center
5.02 Understand database queries, forms, and reports used in business.
6.01 Forms

4. Advantages 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.
5.02 Understand database queries, forms, and reports used in business.
6.01 Forms

5. Common Elements of 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.
5.02 Understand database queries, forms, and reports used in business.
6.01 Forms