Open Microsoft Access
Blank Access Database (click OK)
File New Database dialog: save with filename, e.g. Stampit boots.mdb
Database appears, ready to go...
File > Get external data > Import
Change file of type to: Microsoft Excel (*.xls)
locate Excel .xls file
Click: Import
Import Spreadsheet Wizard appears: (there should be little to do other than
click 'Next')
Show worksheets appears - ensure sheet 1 is selected and you can see the data
Click 'Next'
First row contains column headings - ensure checked
Click 'Next'
Where would you like to store your data: In a New Table
Click 'Next'
Another dialog about fields...
Click 'Next'
Primary key dialog - allow Access to add primary key
Click 'Next'
Name for table "DMboots"
Click 'Next'
Click OK
Double-click on DMboots table to look at it