Select the record you want to delete. |
Open the Edit menu and choose Delete Record. |
Access prompts to confirm the deletion; click Yes. The record is deleted. |
INTRODUCTIONNo doubt there will be a time when you want to delete records that you no longer need. For example, you might delete records that are no longer pertinent or are outdated. One way to delete records is to use a form. |
CAUTIONCaution You cannot undo a record deletion, so be sure that you really do want to delete the record. Access prompts you to confirm the deletion. |
TIPUsing the Delete Record Button If you prefer, you can click the Delete Record button on the Standard toolbar in the main Access window. Or you can press the Delete key to delete a record. |