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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
effecti e presentations. n this chapter e ill learn a out another important application
program o icroso t ce uite called xcel. xcel is the most commonly used interacti e
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
xcel pro ides se eral eatures hich ma e xcel the first choice or pro essionals to uic ly
per orm lengthy accounting and financial tas s and ta e immediate decisions. ome o 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 effecti e 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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