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Introduction to Microsoft Excel

Summer Scaggs

Instructor: Summer Scaggs

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4.6

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Intermediate level

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1.5 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning
Learn, practice, and apply job-ready skills with expert guidance
4.6

(10,506 reviews)

Intermediate level

Recommended experience

1.5 hours
Learn at your own pace
Hands-on learning

What you'll learn

  • Create an Excel spreadsheet and learn how to maneuver around the spreadsheet for data entry.

  • Create simple formulas in an Excel spreadsheet to analyze data.

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Taught in English
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About this Guided Project

Learn step-by-step

In a video that plays in a split-screen with your work area, your instructor will walk you through these steps:

  1. The Microsoft Office365 Excel Program and view the basics of Excel (6 min)

  2. Learn the layout, navigation, and ribbon (7 min)

  3. Create a spreadsheet of information you are tracking (5 min)

  4. Create basic formulas to analyze your data (6 min)

  5. Format your data (6 min)

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Familiarity with computers and the internet

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Summer Scaggs
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    Follow along with pre-recorded videos from experts using a unique side-by-side interface.

  • No downloads or installation required

    Access the tools and resources you need in a pre-configured cloud workspace.

  • Available only on desktop

    This Guided Project is designed for laptops or desktop computers with a reliable Internet connection, not mobile devices.

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