"New Field" button isn't working for me.

[J Simmons]

I opened Access 2007 and started working on a new blank database.

I'm in Datasheet mode and working on a new table. I am adding fields and
records by hitting "tab". However, I realize I want to add a new field by
using the "New Field" button so I can choose a field template. When I click
on the "New Field" button (under the Fields & Columns section in the Table
Tools & Datasheet tab) the button does nothing for me. It does not add a new
field. I was told maybe I was missing some templates which is why the button
will not work.

I checked "C:\Users\user name\AppData\Roaming\Microsoft\Templates" and I
only have a fax cover sheet, and 2 Word macros (in addition to a Document
Themes folder which is virtually empty).

Any ideas?

 

[Damon Heron]

Open the Office button at top left. Select Access Options. Go to
Customize. Where it says "popular Commands" instead select TableTools
Datasheet tab. See if New Field is on the list - if so, select it and add
to the toolbar. If it isn't listed there, then I can't help you other than
suggesting a re-install.

Damon