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We have learnt about Word and PowerPoint in the previous classes. We know that Word
                 allows  us to create  and edit  documents,  and PowerPoint  allows  us to  create  and  edit
                 effective presentations. In this chapter, we will learn about another important application
                 program of Microsoft Office Suite, called Excel. Excel is the most commonly used interactive
                 spreadsheet program that allows us to perform mathematical calculations, analyse data,

                 and store data in tabular format. We can create charts and graphs from the data and convey
                 more meaningful information. Excel is very important for those who maintain accounts for
                 sales, bills, or do mathematical calculations as it is used to create electronic spreadsheets
                 using the data.

                 Features of Excel 2016

                 Excel provides several features which make Excel the first choice for professionals to quickly
                 perform lengthy accounting and financial tasks and take immediate decisions. Some of them
                 are as follows:

                    Functions and Formulas: Functions are the built-in formulas
                   used for calculating percentage, interest, average, etc., in
                   Excel. Formulas are used for performing simple as well as                 The first electronic
                   complex calculations.                                                   spreadsheet software
                   Formatting Features: Excel allows the use of formatting                was released in 1979. It
                   features to improve the look of the data.                                was called VisiCalc.
                   Auto-Calculation:  Data  is  automatically  recalculated  in
                   the worksheet if any change is made in a single cell.
                   Fast Searching: Fast searching and instant replacing of data.
                   Auto Fill: Entering data in a series using Auto Fill feature.

                   Graphically View Data: Data can be viewed in a graphical form as charts. The charts
                   help us to understand, analyse and compare data in an effective manner.

                 Starting Excel 2016

                 To open Excel 2016, follow the given steps:



                               2  Scroll to find
                              Excel 2016 and
                              click on it.











                         1  Click on the Start
                        button.



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