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What is a workbook?

An Excel file that contains one or more worksheets.

What is another name for a worksheet?

Spreadsheet.

What is a Cell?

The intersection of a column and a row.

What are Sheet Tabs?

<p>The labels along the lower border of the Excel window that identify each worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Column?

<p>A vertical group of cells in a worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Row?

<p>A horizontal group of cells in a worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Cell Content?

<p>Anything typed into a cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Data in Excel?

<p>Text or numbers in a cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Constant Value?

<p>Numbers, text, dates, or times of day that you type into a cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Formula?

<p>An equation that performs mathematical calculations on values in a worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Number Values?

<p>Constant values consisting of only numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Cell Address?

<p>Another name for a cell reference.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is another name for a Constant Value?

<p>Value.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Fill Handle?

<p>The small black square in the lower right corner of a selected cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Chart?

<p>The graphic representation of data in a worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Formula Bar display?

<p>The value or formula contained in the active cell.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a Name Box?

<p>An element of the Excel window that displays the name of the selected cell, table, chart, or object.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Select All Box?

<p>A box in the upper left corner of the worksheet grid that selects all the cells in a worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Active Cell?

<p>A cell surrounded by a black border and ready to receive data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is AutoFill?

<p>The Excel feature that generates and extends values into adjacent cells based on the values of selected cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is General Format?

<p>The default format that Excel applies to numbers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Underlying Value?

<p>The data that displays in the Formula Bar.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an Absolute Cell Reference?

<p>The type of cell reference that refers to cells by their fixed position in a worksheet.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Sparklines?

<p>Tiny charts embedded in a cell that give a visual trend summary alongside your data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is AutoFit?

<p>An Excel feature that adjusts the width of a column to fit the cell content of the widest cell in the column.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are Operators in Excel?

<p>The symbols with which you can specify the type of calculation you want to perform in an Excel formula.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Quick Analysis Tool?

<p>A feature that displays in the lower right corner of a selected range with which you can analyze your data by using Excel tools such as charts, color-coding, and formulas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the Category Axis in a chart?

<p>The area along the bottom of a chart that identifies the categories of data.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Range Finder?

<p>A feature that outlines cells in color to indicate which cells are used in a formula.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Workbook

An Excel file that organizes data using one or more worksheets.

Spreadsheet

Another name for a worksheet, where data is managed in cells.

Cell

The intersection of a row and a column, used for entering data.

Sheet Tabs

Labels at the bottom of the Excel window identifying each worksheet.

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Column

A vertical group of cells, labeled with letters.

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Row

A horizontal group of cells, labeled with numbers.

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Cell Content

Text or numbers entered into a cell.

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Data

Text or numbers existing in a cell.

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Constant Value

Static data entered manually into cells.

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Number Values

Cells that contain only numbers.

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Formula

An equation used to perform calculations.

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Cell Address

The location of a specific cell.

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Value

Another term for a constant value in a cell.

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Absolute

Type of cell reference that remains fixed.

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Fill Handle

Small square to extend cell content.

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Chart

A visual representation of data.

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Formula Bar

Displays the active cell's value or formula.

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Name Box

Shows the name of the selected item.

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Select All Box

Selects all cells in the worksheet

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Active Cell

Cell ready for data entry, has a black border.

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AutoFill

Fills adjacent cells based on selected cells.

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General Format

Default numeric format assigned by Excel.

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Underlying Value

Value displayed in the Formula Bar.

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Sparklines

Mini charts in a cell showing data trends.

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AutoFit

Automatically adjusts the column width.

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Operators

Symbols in formulas for calculations.

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Quick Analysis Tool

Tool for data analysis via charts, formulas, etc.

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Category Axis

Section at the bottom of a chart showing categories.

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Range Finder

Highlights cells used in a formula.

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Study Notes

Excel Basics

  • Workbook: An Excel file housing one or more worksheets to organize data.
  • Spreadsheet: Another name synonymous with a worksheet, where data is managed.
  • Cell: The specific intersection point between a row and a column, used for data entry.

Worksheet Structure

  • Sheet Tabs: Located at the bottom of the Excel window, these labels identify each worksheet within a workbook.
  • Column: A vertical set of cells, typically labeled alphabetically (A, B, C, etc.).
  • Row: A horizontal set of cells arranged numerically (1, 2, 3, etc.).

Data Management

  • Cell Content: Refers to anything entered into a cell, including text and numbers.
  • Data: Can be either text or numbers that exist within a cell.
  • Constant Value: Static data such as numbers, text, dates, or times that are manually entered into cells.
  • Number Values: Cells that exclusively contain numeric data.

Formula and Reference

  • Formula: An equation used to perform calculations based on values in the worksheet.
  • Cell Address: Also called a cell reference, indicating the location of a specific cell.
  • Value: Another term for a constant value in a cell.
  • Absolute: Type of cell reference that maintains a fixed position regardless of where the formula is copied.

Tools and Features

  • Fill Handle: A small black square located at the lower right of a selected cell, used to extend cell content.
  • Chart: Visual representation of data from a worksheet, useful for clarity and analysis.
  • Formula Bar: Displays the active cell's value or formula, providing insight into what is contained in the cell.
  • Name Box: Shows the name of the selected cell, table, chart, or object, aiding in navigation.
  • Select All Box: Found in the upper left corner of the worksheet grid, allowing selection of all cells simultaneously.
  • Active Cell: Identified by a black border, indicating readiness for data entry.

Specialized Features

  • AutoFill: A feature that populates adjacent cells based on the values of selected cells, enhancing efficiency.
  • General Format: Default numeric format applied by Excel for data inputs.
  • Underlying Value: The value displayed in the Formula Bar, offering insights into cell data.
  • Sparklines: Miniature charts integrated within a cell, providing a quick visual trend summary of the data.

Adjustments and Tools

  • AutoFit: A feature that automatically adjusts column width to match the content size in its largest cell.
  • Operators: Symbols used in formulas to define calculations, such as addition (+) or subtraction (-).
  • Quick Analysis Tool: Enables data analysis through Excel tools like charts, formulas, and conditional formatting.
  • Category Axis: The section at the bottom of a chart denoting the categories represented in the data.
  • Range Finder: Visual feature that highlights cells used within a formula, aiding in understanding the formula's context.

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Test your knowledge with this end-of-chapter quiz for Excel Chapter 1. Review key terms such as workbook, spreadsheet, and cell to better understand the fundamentals of Excel. Perfect for beginners looking to solidify their understanding of Excel basics.

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