Course Content

Excel Essentials

1. Introduction to Excel

Introduction Getting Acquainted with Excel Excel Interface Entering Data Challenge

2. Entering and Formatting Data

Formatting Cells Formatting Text Formatting Numbers Challenge

3. Basic Formulas and Functions

Introduction to Formulas and Functions Using Cell References Understanding Ranges Common Functions Application of INSERT FUNCTION Challenge

4. Advanced Formulas and Functions

Displaying and Highlighting Formulas IF Logical Test and Relational Operators Nested IF Statements Compound Logical Tests with AND, OR Using Auditing Tools Conditional Formatting Challenge

5. Data Management and Analysis

Sorting Data Filtering Data Using AutoFilter Clearing and Reapplying Filters Rules and Search Creating and Managing Tables Table Styles and Quick Formatting Options Using Table Tools Challenge

6. Visualizing Data with Charts and Graphs

Types of Charts Creating a Basic Chart Customizing Chart Elements Changing Chart Styles and Colors Adding and Removing Chart Elements Editing Data in Charts Adding Trendlines to Charts Challenge

7. Working with Worksheets and Workbooks

Add, Delete, Rename, and Rearrange Worksheets Grouping and Ungrouping Worksheets Using the Format Painter Inserting and Deleting Columns, Rows, and Cells Hiding and Unhiding Columns and Rows Saving Workbooks Opening and Closing Workbooks Protecting Workbooks with Passwords Using Templates Challenge Summary

Using Auditing Tools

Now we're going to explore Excel's auditing tools.

These powerful features help you trace and validate your formulas, ensuring accuracy and uncovering any errors that might be lurking in your spreadsheet.

By getting the hang of these auditing tools, you'll be able to troubleshoot and optimize your spreadsheets effectively, saving time and reducing errors.

Key Points

Use the Trace Precedents function to see which cells contribute to a formula;
Use the Trace Dependents function to see which cells rely on a formula's value;
Utilize the Evaluate Formula tool to step through and understand complex formulas;
Monitor critical cell values in real-time using the Watch Window.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Mark tasks as Completed

Everything was clear?

Section 4. Chapter 5

Choose your plan

Using Auditing Tools

Now we're going to explore Excel's auditing tools.

These powerful features help you trace and validate your formulas, ensuring accuracy and uncovering any errors that might be lurking in your spreadsheet.

By getting the hang of these auditing tools, you'll be able to troubleshoot and optimize your spreadsheets effectively, saving time and reducing errors.

Key Points

Use the Trace Precedents function to see which cells contribute to a formula;
Use the Trace Dependents function to see which cells rely on a formula's value;
Utilize the Evaluate Formula tool to step through and understand complex formulas;
Monitor critical cell values in real-time using the Watch Window.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Mark tasks as Completed

Everything was clear?

Section 4. Chapter 5

Choose your plan

Using Auditing Tools

Now we're going to explore Excel's auditing tools.

These powerful features help you trace and validate your formulas, ensuring accuracy and uncovering any errors that might be lurking in your spreadsheet.

By getting the hang of these auditing tools, you'll be able to troubleshoot and optimize your spreadsheets effectively, saving time and reducing errors.

Key Points

Use the Trace Precedents function to see which cells contribute to a formula;
Use the Trace Dependents function to see which cells rely on a formula's value;
Utilize the Evaluate Formula tool to step through and understand complex formulas;
Monitor critical cell values in real-time using the Watch Window.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Everything was clear?

Now we're going to explore Excel's auditing tools.

These powerful features help you trace and validate your formulas, ensuring accuracy and uncovering any errors that might be lurking in your spreadsheet.

By getting the hang of these auditing tools, you'll be able to troubleshoot and optimize your spreadsheets effectively, saving time and reducing errors.

Key Points

Use the Trace Precedents function to see which cells contribute to a formula;
Use the Trace Dependents function to see which cells rely on a formula's value;
Utilize the Evaluate Formula tool to step through and understand complex formulas;
Monitor critical cell values in real-time using the Watch Window.

Task

Select C22. Click on Trace Precedents on the Formulas tab. Then, click Trace Dependents.
Select C22. Click on Trace Dependents on the Formulas tab.
Select C22. Click on Evaluate Formula on the Formulas tab. Then, click Evaluate.
Click on Watch Window in the Formulas tab. Select H34 to H40. Click Add Watch.

Section 4. Chapter 5

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