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What is the first step to open a new blank workbook in MS Excel?
What is the first step to open a new blank workbook in MS Excel?
- Press CTRL+O.
- Click the File tab. (correct)
- Click New from existing.
- Double-click an existing workbook.
What does the cell address 'D8' represent?
What does the cell address 'D8' represent?
- The intersection of column D and row 8. (correct)
- The intersection of the 8th column and 4th row.
- The intersection of the 4th column and 8th row.
- The location of the total amount in the spreadsheet.
Which keyboard shortcut allows you to quickly create a new blank workbook?
Which keyboard shortcut allows you to quickly create a new blank workbook?
- CTRL+N (correct)
- ALT+N
- SHIFT+N
- CTRL+W
What is one disadvantage of manually entering data into Excel?
What is one disadvantage of manually entering data into Excel?
Where do you find the option to create a new workbook from an existing one?
Where do you find the option to create a new workbook from an existing one?
In the provided Excel spreadsheet example, what is the value in cell E2?
In the provided Excel spreadsheet example, what is the value in cell E2?
Which of the following describes a cell in Excel?
Which of the following describes a cell in Excel?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using Excel?
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of using Excel?
What is the maximum number of characters that can be entered in a single Excel cell?
What is the maximum number of characters that can be entered in a single Excel cell?
Which of the following formats can be applied to a number in Excel without changing the underlying value?
Which of the following formats can be applied to a number in Excel without changing the underlying value?
Which step is NOT required when inserting a picture into an Excel cell?
Which step is NOT required when inserting a picture into an Excel cell?
Which method is used to delete cell selections in Excel?
Which method is used to delete cell selections in Excel?
What is the cell address of the highlighted cell mentioned in the example?
What is the cell address of the highlighted cell mentioned in the example?
What is the first action required to insert a function in Excel?
What is the first action required to insert a function in Excel?
How can you access the font settings in Excel to change the text style?
How can you access the font settings in Excel to change the text style?
How can a user rename a worksheet tab in Microsoft Excel?
How can a user rename a worksheet tab in Microsoft Excel?
What happens when you start Microsoft Excel for the first time?
What happens when you start Microsoft Excel for the first time?
What is the total number of cells available in an Excel worksheet?
What is the total number of cells available in an Excel worksheet?
Which of the following is NOT a type of data that can be entered into an Excel cell?
Which of the following is NOT a type of data that can be entered into an Excel cell?
Which of the following is NOT a step to delete a worksheet?
Which of the following is NOT a step to delete a worksheet?
What is the role of a cell in an Excel worksheet?
What is the role of a cell in an Excel worksheet?
What must you do to create a new worksheet while already working on one?
What must you do to create a new worksheet while already working on one?
Which method would you use to move or copy a sheet in Excel?
Which method would you use to move or copy a sheet in Excel?
What is displayed in cell D8 of the example provided?
What is displayed in cell D8 of the example provided?
What is the primary purpose of Microsoft Excel?
What is the primary purpose of Microsoft Excel?
In a spreadsheet, what do the columns represent?
In a spreadsheet, what do the columns represent?
What is the address of a cell located in column C and row 5?
What is the address of a cell located in column C and row 5?
What is the term used to describe the point where a row and column meet in a spreadsheet?
What is the term used to describe the point where a row and column meet in a spreadsheet?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of Microsoft Excel?
Which of the following is NOT a feature of Microsoft Excel?
What is represented along the vertical side of a spreadsheet?
What is represented along the vertical side of a spreadsheet?
Which element in Excel allows you to enter calculations or formulas?
Which element in Excel allows you to enter calculations or formulas?
Why might Excel be useful for managing personal finances?
Why might Excel be useful for managing personal finances?
How can one visualize a spreadsheet in Excel?
How can one visualize a spreadsheet in Excel?
How is the cell address conventionally written in Excel?
How is the cell address conventionally written in Excel?
Flashcards
What is MS Excel?
What is MS Excel?
A spreadsheet program used to manage, store, and analyze numerical data.
What's a 'spreadsheet' in Excel?
What's a 'spreadsheet' in Excel?
A collection of rows and columns that form a table-like structure.
What is a 'cell' in Excel?
What is a 'cell' in Excel?
The intersection of a column and a row in a spreadsheet, identified by a unique letter and number.
How are cells identified in Excel?
How are cells identified in Excel?
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Explain what is meant by a 'worksheet' in Excel?
Explain what is meant by a 'worksheet' in Excel?
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What is a 'workbook' in Excel?
What is a 'workbook' in Excel?
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What is the purpose of the 'Formula Bar' in Excel?
What is the purpose of the 'Formula Bar' in Excel?
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What's the function of the 'Cell Address Box' in Excel?
What's the function of the 'Cell Address Box' in Excel?
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How can you open a workbook in Excel?
How can you open a workbook in Excel?
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How do you initiate a new workbook in Excel?
How do you initiate a new workbook in Excel?
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What is an Excel worksheet?
What is an Excel worksheet?
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How are cells addressed in Excel?
How are cells addressed in Excel?
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What is a formula cell in Excel?
What is a formula cell in Excel?
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How do you change the name of a worksheet?
How do you change the name of a worksheet?
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How do you create a new worksheet?
How do you create a new worksheet?
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How do you delete a worksheet?
How do you delete a worksheet?
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How do you move or copy a worksheet?
How do you move or copy a worksheet?
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What is a 'Sheet Tab' in Excel?
What is a 'Sheet Tab' in Excel?
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What is the starting cell in an Excel Spreadsheet?
What is the starting cell in an Excel Spreadsheet?
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What is the keyboard shortcut to create a new workbook in Excel?
What is the keyboard shortcut to create a new workbook in Excel?
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What is a Row in Excel?
What is a Row in Excel?
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What is a Column in Excel?
What is a Column in Excel?
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How do I know the address of a cell in Excel?
How do I know the address of a cell in Excel?
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What are the advantages of using Excel?
What are the advantages of using Excel?
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What are the disadvantages of using Excel?
What are the disadvantages of using Excel?
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Maximum cell character limit
Maximum cell character limit
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Formatting cells in Excel
Formatting cells in Excel
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Deleting cells, rows, or columns in Excel
Deleting cells, rows, or columns in Excel
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What is a cell in MS Excel?
What is a cell in MS Excel?
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What is the formula bar in Excel?
What is the formula bar in Excel?
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How do you insert a picture into an Excel cell?
How do you insert a picture into an Excel cell?
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What is AutoSum in Excel?
What is AutoSum in Excel?
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Function library in Excel (Functions Library)
Function library in Excel (Functions Library)
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Study Notes
Inserting and Modifying Tables
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Tables are useful for organizing and presenting data in Word
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To insert a blank table:
- Place the insertion point where the table is wanted
- Select the "Insert" tab
- Select "Table"
- Hover over the diagram squares to choose the number of rows and columns
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To convert existing text to a table:
- Select the text to convert
- Select the "Insert" tab
- Select "Table"
- Select "Convert Text to Table" from the menu
- A dialog box appears to specify how to separate the text data
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To insert a row above an existing row Right-click where you want to add a new row above. Select "Insert Rows Above"
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To insert a row below an existing row Right-click where you want to add a new row below. Select "Insert Rows Below"
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To add a column
- Place the insertion point in a column next to where you want to add the column
- Right-click and select "Insert Columns To The Left" or "Insert Columns To The Right"
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To delete a row or column:
- Select the row or column.
- Right-click on it.
- Select "Delete Entire Row" or "Delete Entire Column"
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Confirm within a dialog box.
Applying Table Styles
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To apply a table style:
- Click anywhere inside the table
- Click the "Design tab"
- Select the desired style from the "Table Styles" list
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Table style options
- Header Row
- Total Row
- Banded Rows
- First Column
- Last Column
- Banded Columns
Inserting Clip Art and Pictures
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Clip art and pictures can enhance documents
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To insert clip art:
- Select the "Insert" tab
- Select "Illustrations"
- Select "Clip Art"
- Enter keywords in the "Search for" field
- Select the desired clip art
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To resize images, click the corner sizing handles
- Click and drag to resize, maintaining aspect ratio
- Use side sizing handles to stretch horizontally or vertically
Text Wrapping
- To wrap text around images:
- Select the image.
- Click "Format" tab
- Click "Wrap Text"command
- Choose the desired wrap option.
Printing Documents
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To access the print pane
- Click "File" tab.
- Select "Print"
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Options in print pane
- Print certain pages (specific page/range)
- Specify the number of copies
- Check the collate box if printing multiple copies of multi-page documents
- Select the printer
- Click the "Print" button
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To use Quick Print:
- Click the drop-down arrow next to the Quick Access Toolbar
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Select "Quick Print" if it is not already checked
Keyboard Shortcuts
- Various keyboard shortcuts are available for common tasks in Excel (e.g., Ctrl+N for new document)
Selecting Text
- Keyboard shortcuts for selecting text (e.g., Ctrl+A to select all text)
Managing Word Windows
- Keyboard shortcuts for basic tasks like opening a new file (e.g., Ctrl+N) or accessing Help function
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Test your knowledge of the fundamentals of Microsoft Excel with this quiz. Topics include cell addresses, workbook creation methods, and data entry techniques. Perfect for beginners looking to solidify their understanding of Excel's basic features.