Create a new data access page and create a hyperlink to the page at the same time

Create a new data access page and create a hyperlink to the page at the same time

  1. Do one of the following:
  2. Place the insertion point in the hyperlink field in the datasheet or in the text box or combo box that accepts hyperlinks on the form.

  3. Click Insert Hyperlink on the toolbar.

  4. In the Insert Hyperlink dialog box, click Create new page under Link to.

  5. In the Text to display box, type the text that you want displayed in the field or text box. If you leave the box blank, then Microsoft Access will use the hyperlink address as the display text.

  6. Click ScreenTip and type the text that you want to appear when the pointer hovers over the hyperlink. If you leave the ScreenTip box blank, then Microsoft Access will display the hyperlink address as the ScreenTip.

  7. In the Name of new document box, type a name and the three-letter file name extension of the type of file that you want to create. If you omit the extension or enter .htm or .html, then Microsoft Access will create a new data access page.

  8. Microsoft Access creates the new document in the current folder. To specify a different location, click Change.

  9. Select an option under When to edit. You can edit the new document immediately or wait until later.

  10. Click OK.

    Microsoft Access adds the hyperlink to the field or control. You can click the hyperlink to open the target document.