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Access Database
It is possible to use an Access database as the data source for the views. The tables and queries need to be in the correct format for the application to display the data. See Data Format for correct format.

Select import data from the file/import Data menu item or the tool toolbar icon import data
strip button or Import Summary Data from the File menu.The open file dialog box opens. select the file type as Access database. Navigate to the location of the Access database, select database. When the file is  opened the Select Table/Qury dialog appears. Select the table or query that contains the data you wish to display. Either double click Table/Query name or select and press OK.
This creates a new datasource entry in the views pane under which a default view is created. This default view is also displayed the chart window. This view takes the first series from the Access query or table.
Selecting Access table