What is the first step to create a new blank form in Design View?

To create a new blank form in Design View, the first step is to click the 'Create' tab. This action leads you to the various options available for form creation, including tools specifically for generating forms in different views. Once in the 'Create' tab, you can choose the 'Form Design' option, allowing you to start with a blank canvas tailored to your design needs.

While it may seem that other options could lead you to create a form, they do not directly guide you to the Design View as effectively as selecting the 'Create' tab does. For example, clicking the 'Forms' tab might show you existing forms rather than options for creating new ones, and selecting 'New Form' from the File menu could provide a different context or workflow that's typically not the first step for optimal form design. Similarly, while the Quick Access Toolbar is a useful feature, it may not necessarily lead you to the specific Design View options intended for this task.