MICROSOFT EXCEL |
It is the leading spreadsheet software program. |
FORMULAS |
These are for calculating numerical functions just like a calculator. |
Types of formula |
simple |
contains only one operation. |
complex |
contains one or more operations |
Formulas can be created by applying cell references. |
Cell References |
is the cell or set of cells involved in a formula. Using cell references will make your formula more accurate, |
Cell address |
is a combination of a column letter and a row number. |
To create a formula |
Select a cell |
Type the equals sign (=). |
type the cell address |
Type the mathematical operator |
Type the cell address |
Press Enter on your keyboard. |
FUNCTIONS |
A function is a predefined formula in excel that performs calculations for a specific value using reference cells. |
Parts of a Function (=SUM : (A1:A2)) |
A function consists of the equal sign (=), the function name (ex. SUM), and one or more arguments. |
examples of functions |
SUM: |
will add all the values of cells in the argument |
AVERAGE |
will get the average of all the values of the cells in the argument |
COUNT: |
count the number of cells with numerical data in the argument |
MAX: |
gets the highest cell value included in the argument |
MIN: |
gets the lowest cell value included in the argument |
Function Library |
under the Formulas Tab.;grouped per type of data they manipulate. |
The Insert Function Command |
Allows you to search for functions using keywords. |
Types of sorting |
Sort Sheet |
sort all data in your worksheet by one column. |
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Related information is kept together when sorted. |
Sort Range |
sorts the data in range of cells, which can be helpful when working with a sheet that contains several tables. |
FILTERING |
One of the features of Excel is to narrow down data in your worksheet, allowing you to view only the information you need. |
Advanced Filter |
it allows you to manipulate numbered data in different ways. |
CHARTS |
is a graphical representation of your workbook data that’s easier to visualize for comparison and trends.. |
Types of Charts |
Column |
This chart uses vertical bars to represent data. They are most frequently used for comparing information. |
Line |
This chart is ideal for showing trends. The data points are connected by lines, making it easier to see the increase or decrease of value over time. |
Pie |
This chart is used to compare proportions. |
Bar |
This chart is just like the Colum chart but uses horizontal bars instead. |
Area |
This chart is like the Line chart, except the areas under the lines are shaded. |
Surface |
This chat allows you to display data in 3D landscape. It lets you see variety of information at the same time. This works best with large data sets. |