A tool (such as an icon, a button, or a list) that tells Access to perform a specific task. Each tab provides commands that are relevant to the kind of task you are performing.

A tool for collecting and organizing information

A system for managing data that allows the user to store, retrieve, and analyze information.

A visual representation of the data contained in a table or of the results returned by a query.

The kind of information a field contains—whether text, number, date/time, or some other type

A small arrow in the lower-right corner of a group that you click to launch a dialog box.

A column in a database table.

A tab that displays the Backstage view and contains a menu of commands that you can use for the common tasks performed with your database files—such as opening, saving, and printing

A database object that simplifies the process of entering, editing, and displaying data.

Collections of records separated visually and displayed with its introductory or summary information.

The standards and guidelines of database design that can be used to determine if a database is structured correctly.

The process of applying rules to a database design to ensure that information is divided into the appropriate tables.

Database elements, such as tables, queries, forms, and reports.

The column in a database that uniquely identifies each row.

A database object that enables stored data to be searched and retrieved.

A toolbar at the top left of the screen that contains the commands that you use most often—such as Save, Undo, Redo, and Print.

A row in a database table.

Duplicate information in a database.

A group of database tables that is connected or linked by a defined relationship that ties the information together.

A database object that presents information in a format that is easy to read and print.

A graphic band across the top of the screen that contains tabs and groups of commands.

An area of activity on the Ribbon

The most basic database object; stores data in categories