How to Create a New Database From Scratch in Microsoft Access

If you don't want to use the Database wizard, you can create your own database from scratch. These instructions work for Access 97.

Step1

Open Microsoft Access From the File menu, click New, then Blank Database. Click OK.

Step2

A window appears, asking you to name and save your database. Move through the folders on your hard disk until you find the location you want, then type a name. Click Create. Your new database window appears.

Step3

Create the objects that will make up your database. These objects may include tables, forms, queries, macros, or materials, such as charts, that can be linked to from another file.