What is Excel?

• A spreadsheet program created by Microsoft

What is a Spreadsheet?

• A grid of rows and columns containing data such as numbers, text and formulas.

What are Rows & Columns

• Row– Information organized

horizontally.

• Column– Information

arranged vertically.

Cells

• A cell is the box formed at the intersection of a row and a column, either in a table or a spreadsheet.

• A cell address is the column letter and row number for each cell.– Example: A1 or D10

What is a Formula?

• In Excel, the relationship between cells, such as adding or dividing the contents of cells in an arithmetic equation.

• For example, you can create a simple formula such as =A1+B1

Worksheets & Workbooks

• Worksheet– In Excel, a table of

data that is organized into columns and rows.

• Workbook– In Excel, a file that

contains worksheets.

Why Might You Use Excel?

• Use to create a lists• Use to calculate formulas• Use to organize data

How Are Spreadsheets Used Everyday?

• Accountant – Track expenses/income for a budget

• Scientists – Enter and plot data while conducting research and experiments

• Mechanics – Enter data while completing diagnostic tests

• Cosmetologists – Schedule appointments and track their inventory of products.