What Is a Subform

A subform is a form that is inserted in another form. The primary form is called the main form, and the form that is enclosed in form is called the subform. A form/subform combination is sometimes referred to as a hierarchical form, a master/detail form, or a parent/child form.

What is the purpose of subform?

A subform is a form within a form. It is generally used whenever you want to display data from multiple tables where there is a one-to-many relationship. For example, you would use a subform if you wanted to display an order with the order details.

How do you create a sub table in access?

1. In Datasheet view, open the table or query where you want to add the subdatasheet.
2. On the Home tab, in the Records group, click More, point to Subdatasheet, and then click Subdatasheet.