PivotTables in Microsoft Excel are a great way to get insights from big data sets in just a few seconds. However, most people don’t make full use of their capabilities, sticking to their basic functionalities like creating simple summaries. So, here are some ways to expand your PivotTable expertise. To follow along as you read … إقرأ المزيد
Quick Links Other Useful 3D Map Tools What do you think of when you see the words “Microsoft Excel?” For many, it’s “cells,” “numbers,” and “formulas.” However, there’s much more to the program than that! You can also create stunning 3D visuals of geographical data in just a few steps. The 3D Map tool is … إقرأ المزيد
There’s a fine line between a well-formatted Microsoft Excel worksheet and one that’s full of issues that take time to fix. Whether you’re an Excel newbie or a seasoned pro, avoiding these formatting habits will ultimately speed up your workflow and ensure your spreadsheet works as expected. 6 Merging Cells Picture this: you have a … إقرأ المزيد
Wildcards in Microsoft Excel let you search for partial matches, broaden your filters, and create formulas that reference cells containing certain strings. They represent non-specified characters to help you locate text values with “fuzzy” matches. The Wildcards: Asterisk (*) and Question Mark (?) There are two wildcards in Excel, and knowing their purpose is crucial … إقرأ المزيد
Quick Links Convert Data Into an Excel Table Make Column-Based Calculations When I learned how to use tables in Microsoft Excel, it totally transformed how I work with data. Even if you think you already know everything there is to know about Excel tables, hopefully, you’ll pick up some additional tips in this guide! Convert … إقرأ المزيد
Quick Links Direct Formatting vs. Style Formatting When using Microsoft Word, you can press Enter to start a new paragraph. However, there are various changes you can make to a paragraph’s layout, including adjusting the alignment, adding indents, controlling the spacing, and defining how paragraphs interact with each other. Here’s how. Direct Formatting vs. Style … إقرأ المزيد
Excel’s PIVOTBY function and PivotTables both summarize and reorganize data, allowing for detailed analysis by grouping and aggregating your figures. However, despite their similar names, the methods for using them differ hugely. Using Excel’s PIVOTBY Function The PIVOTBY function is a dynamic array function in Excel that uses a formula to group rows and columns … إقرأ المزيد
Whenever you create a Microsoft Excel workbook, you should always take the necessary steps to make it accessible to everyone, especially if you plan to share your work with others. In this guide, I’ll share some tips you can follow to make this happen. Use Descriptive Sheet Names One way to make your Excel workbook … إقرأ المزيد
A Word document that is difficult to navigate is pretty much useless, even if it’s full of amazing content. That’s why you should take some time to ensure people (including you!) can easily find their way around your work without losing patience. Here’s how you can do just this. Whenever you’re formatting or editing a … إقرأ المزيد
Quick Links GROUPBY in Action: Using the Required Arguments Only GROUPBY in Action: Using the Optional Arguments Excel’s GROUPBY function lets you group and aggregate data based on certain fields in your table of data. It also offers arguments that allow you to sort and filter your data, so you can tailor the output to … إقرأ المزيد