How to Use Excel: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners to Advanced Users

✍ Scribed by Felix , Big

• Year: 2024
• Tongue: English
• Leaves: 948
• Category: Library

✦ Synopsis

How to Use Excel: A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners to Advanced UsersAre you ready to unlock the full potential of Excel? Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to sharpen your skills, this book is your ultimate guide to mastering one of the most powerful tools in the business world.Why This Book?Step-by-Step Guidance: We break down complex Excel functions into simple, easy-to-follow steps. Each chapter is designed to build your confidence and expertise, one function at a time.Practical Examples: Learn by doing with real-world examples that show you exactly how to apply Excel in your daily tasks. From basic data entry to advanced formulas, you'll find practical tips that you can use immediately.Comprehensive Coverage: This guide covers everything you need to know, from the basics like navigating the interface and simple formulas, to more advanced topics like data management and complex functions. No stone is left unturned.Visual Learning: Packed with screenshots and visual aids, this book makes learning Excel intuitive and engaging. See exactly what you should be doing and where you should be clicking.Friendly and Approachable: Written in a friendly, conversational style, this book feels like having a personal tutor by your side. We explain things clearly without jargon, making even the most complex topics accessible.Special Features:Tips and Tricks: Discover hidden gems and shortcuts that will make you an Excel pro in no time.Troubleshooting: Learn how to troubleshoot common issues so you can keep moving forward without frustration.Bonus Content: Includes a special section on advanced functions for those who want to take their skills to the next level.About the AuthorBig Felix is a seasoned data analyst and Excel enthusiast who has helped thousands of people improve their Excel skills through his books, workshops, and online courses.

✦ Table of Contents

CONTENTS

Introduction

Basics

Functions

Range

Cell, Row, Column

Range Examples

Fill a Range

Move a Range

Copy/Paste a Range

Insert Row, Column

AutoFill

Fibonacci Sequence

Custom Lists

Hide Columns or Rows

Hide

Unhide

Multiple Columns or Rows

Hidden Tricks

Skip Blanks

AutoFit

AutoFit Column Width

AutoFit Row Height

Transpose

Paste Special Transpose

Transpose Function

Transpose Table without Zeros

Transpose Magic

Split Cells

Split a Cell

Text to Columns

Flash Fill

Formulas to Split Cells

Flash Fill

Example 1

Example 2

Example 3

Example 4

Example 5

Flash Fill Limitations

Move Columns

Shift Key

Insert Cut Cells

Magic Move

ROW function

Formulas and Functions

Enter a Formula

Edit a Formula

Operator Precedence

Copy/Paste a Formula

Insert Function

Most Used Functions

1. COUNT

2. SUM

3. IF

4. AVERAGE

5. COUNTIF

6. SUMIF

7. VLOOKUP

8. MIN

9. MAX

10. SUMPRODUCT

Subtract

Multiply

Divide

Square Root

Percentage

Enter a Percentage

Percentage of Total

Increase by Percentage

Percentage Change

Named Range

Dynamic Named Range

Paste Options

Paste

Values

Formulas

Formatting

Paste Special

Discount

Calculate Percentage Discount

Calculate Discounted Price

Calculate Original Price

Ribbon

Tabs

Groups

Use the Ribbon

Collapse the Ribbon

Formula Bar

Where is the Formula Bar?

Edit a Formula

Show Formula Bar

Expand Formula Bar

Insert Function

Quick Access Toolbar

Quick Access Toolbar 101

Commands Not in the Ribbon

Customize the Ribbon

Developer Tab

Status Bar

Status Bar 101

Customize Status Bar

Status Bar Secrets

Checkbox

Insert a Checkbox

Link Checkbox

Create Checklist

Dynamic Chart

Delete Checkboxes

Powerful Checkboxes

Workbook

Open an Existing Workbook

Close a Workbook

Create a New Workbook

Turn off the Start screen

Worksheets

Select a Worksheet

Insert a Worksheet

Rename a Worksheet

Move a Worksheet

Delete a Worksheet

Copy a Worksheet

SHEETS function

Zoom

Split

Split Horizontally

Split Vertically

Split into Four Panes

Freeze Panes

Freeze Top Row

Unfreeze Panes

Freeze First Column

Freeze Rows

Freeze Columns

Freeze Cells

Magic Freeze Button

Group Worksheets

Group Selected Worksheets

Group All Worksheets

Consolidate

View Multiple Worksheets

Get Sheet Name

Comments

Insert Comment

Delete Comment

Show Comments

Spell Check

Unhide Sheets

Chart Sheet

Format Cells

Decimal Places

Decrease Decimal

Increase Decimal

Useful Functions

Fractions

Currency vs Accounting

Text to Numbers

Numbers to Text

Custom Number Format

Leading Zeros

Decimal Places

Add Text

Large Numbers

Repeat Characters

Colors

Dates and Times

Format Painter

Cell Styles

Wrap Text

Wrap Text Automatically

Manual Line Break

Merge Cells

Strikethrough

Superscript and Subscript

Check Mark

Remove Leading Zeros

Remove Leading Zeros from Numbers

Strip Leading Zeros from Text

Find & Select

Find

Replace

Go To Special

Find Features

Wildcards

One Character

Two Characters

Zero or More Characters

Start With

End With

Tilde

Contain

Delete Blank Rows

Row Differences

Copy Visible Cells Only

Search Box

Templates

Existing Templates

Create a Template

Budget

Calendar

Holidays

Meal Planner

Invoice

Automated Invoice

Default Templates

Book.xltx

Sheet.xltx

Time Sheet

BMI calculator

Data Validation

Data Validation Example

Create a Data Validation Rule

Input Message

Error Alert

Data Validation Result

Reject Invalid Dates

Outside a Date Range

Sundays and Saturdays

Budget Limit

Prevent Duplicate Entries

Product Codes

Drop-down List

Create a Drop-down List

Allow Other Entries

Add/Remove Items

Dynamic Drop-down List

Remove Drop-down List

Dependent Drop-down Lists

Table Magic

Dependent Drop-down Lists

Cm to inches

Kg to lbs

Keyboard Shortcuts

Basic

Moving

Selecting

Formulas

Formatting

Workbook

Function Keys

F1

F2

F3

F4

F5

F6

F7

F8

F9

F10

F11

F12

Insert Row

Insert Row

Insert Rows

Insert Cells

Save As

Save As

Save

Delete Row

Delete Row

Delete Rows

Delete Cells

Formula to Value

Scroll Lock

What is Scroll Lock?

Turn off Scroll Lock

Bullet Points

Keyboard Shortcut

Symbol

Custom Number Format

CHAR function

Line Break

Show Formulas

Paste Special

Paste Formulas

Paste Values

Paste Formatting

Transpose

Print

Print a Worksheet

What to Print

Multiple Copies

Orientation

Page Margins

Scaling

Workbook Views

Normal

Page Break Preview

Page Layout

Page Breaks

Headers and Footers

Page Numbers

Print Titles

Center on Page

Print Gridlines and Headings

Print Area

Share

Paste

Paste Link

Embed

PDF

Share Workbooks

Highlight Changes

Accept/Reject Changes

OneDrive

Online

Import Access Data

Microsoft Query

Import/Export Text Files

Import

Export

XML

Protect

Protect Workbook

Protect Sheet

Lock Cells

Lock All Cells

Lock Specific Cells

Lock Formula Cells

Read-only Workbook

Mark as Final

Count and Sum Functions

Count

Countif

Countifs

Sum

Sumif

Sumifs

COUNTIF

Numeric Criteria

Text Tricks

Count Booleans

Count Errors

And Criteria

Or Criteria

More about Countif

Count Magic

Count Blank/Nonblank Cells

Count Characters

Not Equal To

Count Cells with Text

SUM

Sum a Range

Sum Entire Column

Sum Non-contiguous Cells

AutoSum

Conditional Sum

Sum Every Nth Row

Sum Largest Numbers

Sum Range with Errors

Running Total

Use the SUM function

Use a Simple Formula

Use the Quick Analysis Tool

SUMIF

Numeric Criteria

Text Criteria

Date Criteria

And Criteria

Or Criteria

SUMPRODUCT

Basic Use

Advanced Use

Logical Functions

If

And

Or

Not

IF

Simple If Examples

And/Or Criteria

Nested If

More about If

Comparison Operators

Equal to

Greater than

Less than

Greater than or equal to

Less than or equal to

Not Equal to

OR

Roll the Dice

IFS

Contains Specific Text

SWITCH

Simple SWITCH

Advanced SWITCH

Combine SWITCH with other Functions

SWITCH or IFS?

If Cell is Blank

If Blank

If Not Blank

Highlight Blank Cells

Absolute Value

AND

Basic AND function

AND function with Text Criteria

Combining AND with IF

Using AND with IF and OR

AND function with 3 Arguments

Salary Increase

Advanced AND formula

Cell References

Relative Reference

Absolute Reference

Mixed Reference

Copy a Formula

Copy 101

Fill Handle

Absolute Reference

Move a Formula

Exact Copy

Copy Magic

3D-reference

Name Box

External References

Create External Reference

Alert

Edit Links

Hyperlinks

Existing File or Web Page

Place in This Document

Edit Hyperlink Style

Hyperlink Function

Union and Intersect

Percent Change

Percent Change Formula

Monthly Percent Change

Total Change

Add a Column

Absolute Reference

Cell

Range

Named Range

F4

ADDRESS

Date & Time Functions

Year, Month, Day

Date Function

Current Date & Time

Hour, Minute, Second

Time Function

DATEDIF

Today's Date

Today and Now

Static Date and Time

Date and Time Formats

Calculate Age

Time Difference

Simple Formula

Time Difference Formula

Time Difference in Hours as Decimal Value

Time Sheet

Weekdays

WEEKDAY

NETWORKDAYS

WORKDAY

NETWORKDAYS.INTL

Fill Weekdays

WORKDAY.INTL

Highlight Weekdays

Days until Birthday

Last Day of the Month

Add or Subtract Time

Add Hours, Minutes and Seconds

Add Up Times

Subtract Minutes

Time Difference

Quarter

Day of the Year

Days between Dates

Text Functions

Join Strings

Left

Right

Mid

Len

Find

Substitute

Separate Strings

Formulas

Flash Fill

TextSplit

Count Words

Text to Columns

FIND

SEARCH

Change Case

Remove Spaces

Compare Text

Substitute vs Replace

✦ Subjects

How to Use Excel, A Step-by-Step Guide, Beginners to Advanced Users