Where is my data stored in access?

Where is data stored in the Access database?

In Access, all data is stored in tables, which puts tables at the heart of any database. You might already know that tables are organized into vertical columns and horizontal rows. In Access, rows and columns are referred to as records and fields.

Where are Microsoft Access files stored?

When you create a new database, Microsoft Office Access automatically saves the database to the default folder on your computer's hard disk. You can either select a different location when you save a new database or choose a new default folder location in which all new databases are automatically saved.

Does Microsoft Access store data?

Microsoft Access stores data in its own format based on the Access Database Engine (formerly Jet Database Engine). It can also import or link directly to data stored in other applications and databases. Software developers, data architects and power users can use Microsoft Access to develop application software.

How do you find data in a database in Access?

Search for a record1Open the table or form, and then click the field that you want to search.2On the Home tab, in the Find group, click Find. ... 3In the Find What box, type the value for which you want to search.