We will discuss the basics of how to use Microsoft Excel and describe how to do 25 of the most common tasks. The methods we use are compatible with Microsoft Excel 2007, 2013, 2016, 2019, 365 and later. Let’s start right at the beginning, by creating a new Microsoft Excel workbook.
Are you new to Microsoft Excel and need to work on a spreadsheet? Excel is so overrun with useful and complicated features that it might seem impossible for a beginner to learn. But don't worry—once you learn a few basic tricks, you'll be...
1 Ribbon: Excel selects the ribbon's Home tab when you open it. Learn how to use the ribbon. 2 Workbook: A workbook is another word for your Excel file. When you start Excel, click Blank workbook to create an Excel workbook from scratch. 3 Worksheets: A worksheet is a collection of cells where you keep and manipulate the data.