How to Send Email From Access 97
Microsoft Access 97 allows users to create databases for important information, such as client contact info or product specifications. Along with database entry, Access 97 also includes reports for use in tracking data trends. While working in Access 97, you may want to send one of these reports to a colleague via email. Fortunately, Access makes it easy to transfer the report to the default email program of your choice, whether it's Microsoft Outlook, Outlook Express or another email program.
Instructions
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Open Microsoft Access 97 from the computer's "Start" menu.
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Open the report you want to email from the "Reports" section of Access 97. Make sure that the report is in "Preview" mode.
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Click the "File" menu at the top of the screen. Hover the mouse pointer over "Send To" and click "Mail Recipient (as Attachment)."
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Select the format for the report from the list, such as HTML, Microsoft Excel or Rich Text Format. Click the "OK" button. Your default email program will open automatically and attach the file to a new email.
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Add the recipient's email address into the new email form in your email program. Write a subject heading. Include email body text in the large text box. Click the "Send" button to send the email and Access 97 report.
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