[excel] Export tables to an excel spreadsheet in same directory

I have two tables in my access database that I want to be able to export to excel.

I can do it by opening the table and then doing File->Export... and then choosing the format and typing in the file name.

However, this way the user actually has to type the name in so there is room for misnaming the file or for saving it as the wrong format or in the wrong location. Also, the two tables have to be exported to two separate workbooks.

What I want to be able to do is make a button on a form that automatically exports one table to one worksheet and the other to another worksheet, both in the same excel workbook.

If putting them in the same workbook isn't possible, that's fine. I just want them to automatically be exported to the same directory my access database is saved in.

If you know how to do it, an added perk might be to customize the name to include the date. That way the directory would have historical exports as well. Any advice?

Lawrence has given you a good answer. But if you want more control over what gets exported to where in Excel see Modules: Sample Excel Automation - cell by cell which is slow and Modules: Transferring Records to Excel with Automation You can do things such as export the recordset starting in row 2 and insert custom text in row 1. As well as any custom formatting required.

For people who find this via search engines, you do not need VBA. You can just:

1.) select the query or table with your mouse
2.) click export data from the ribbon
3.) click excel from the export subgroup
4.) follow the wizard to select the output file and location.