0Top 5 Excel Tips for Absolute Beginners
Getting started with Excel doesn’t have to be tricky! Here are 5 tips that will make your journey much easier:
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AutoSum Magic: Want to quickly add up numbers in a row or column? Just select the numbers and press
Alt + =—Excel does the math for you! -
Neat Formatting: Highlight your data and press
Ctrl + 1to open formatting options. Play around to make your spreadsheet clearer and more colorful. -
Simple Formulas: Try basic formulas like
=SUM(),=AVERAGE(), or=COUNT(). Just select a cell, type the formula, and press Enter—it’s that simple. -
Fill Handle Power: Notice the little square at the bottom right corner of a cell? Drag it to copy values or formulas—it saves loads of time.
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Freeze Your Headers: Tired of losing track of your headers when scrolling? Go to the ‘View’ tab and select ‘Freeze Panes’. Now your titles stay put!
