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Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool that has become synonymous with data management, analysis and visualisation.<\/span><\/p>\n

In fact, did you know that as many as <\/span>1.1 billion<\/span><\/a> people globally use Microsoft\u2019s Productivity Services, which includes Microsoft Excel as well? This means that at least 1 in 8 people use Microsoft Excel!<\/span><\/p>\n

However, it is not just about the number. The plethora of functionalities offered by this tool has made it suitable for a variety of tasks, such as using it as a flat-file database, effective contact management, maintaining customer relationships, and more.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

One thing that almost every Excel user has in common is not knowing enough. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced user, there is always more to explore and discover within Excel\u2019s vast capabilities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On that note, mentioned below is a detailed article highlighting some of the most effective tips and tricks to help you conquer Microsoft Excel and elevate your spreadsheet game.<\/span><\/p>\n

Format Painter Tool<\/b><\/h3>\n

Suppose you want to change the entire look of a cell, like its colour and font, and apply the same to other cells as well. To achieve the same, you can make use of the format painter tool, which you can find on the \u2018Home Tab\u2019. All you need to do is just click on the cell you like, then select the \u2018Format Painter\u2019 tool, and then click on a different cell to paint in the format.<\/span><\/p>\n

Flash Fill Magic<\/b><\/h3>\n

You can use the Flash Fill Magic to automatically fill in values based on the patterns that you have established. This will save you a lot of time, especially when it comes to data formatting and cleaning.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Open Excel Files in Bulk<\/b><\/h3>\n

When you have multiple files to handle, opening each file one by one can be extremely tedious and time-consuming. Instead, you can just select the files you wish to open and then click on the \u2018Enter\u2019 key on your keyboard. In this way, all the files will open simultaneously.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moving between Different Excel Files<\/b><\/h3>\n

Moving between multiple files, especially when you are working with different spreadsheets, can be quite annoying at times. In such cases, you can use \u2018Ctrl + Tab\u2019 to shift between different files freely.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

PivotTable Prowess<\/b><\/h3>\n

You can use the PivotTables for dynamic data analysis<\/a>. With just a few clicks, you can be able to analyse, summarise and visualise data in a simple and hassle-free manner.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Move and Copy Data in Cells<\/b><\/h3>\n

Let\u2019s say you want to move one column of data in a spreadsheet. All you need to do is select it>move the pointer to the border>drag to move the column freely. In case you need to copy the data as well, use the \u2018Ctrl\u2019 button before dragging it to move.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Tables for Structured Data<\/b><\/h3>\n

To convert your data range into a table, you can utilise \u2018Ctrl+T\u2019. This is especially helpful for enhanced sorting, filtering and dynamic referencing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Input Values That Starts With \u20180\u2019<\/b><\/h3>\n

If your input value starts with \u20180\u2019, then Excel will automatically delete the 0 by default. To prevent the same from happening, you can just add a single quote mark before the first 0.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Print Optimisation<\/b><\/h3>\n

To make the entire printing process simple and manageable, you can try out this simple hack.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

File>Print (where you can see a preview of the entire document)>Settings>Preferences (select the number of pages or whether you wish to print in the front or back of the paper).<\/span><\/p>\n

Autoformat<\/b><\/h3>\n

To simplify the entire formatting process, you can try out the \u2018Autoformat\u2019 option. To access the same, try Quick Access Toolbar>More Commands>Choose Commands From>All Commands>Autoformat>Add> OK. \u2018Autoformat\u2019 will now be added to the \u2018Quick Access Toolbar\u2019.<\/span><\/p>\n

Total A Column or A Row<\/b><\/h3>\n

One of the best ways to total a column or a row is by using the Total Row or Total Column command, which you can find under the Design tab.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adding Bullet Points<\/b><\/h3>\n

Just click on the desired cell and press \u2018ALT+7\u2019 to add bullet points to a cell.<\/span><\/p>\n

\u2018IF\u2019 Excel Formula<\/b><\/h3>\n

By using the \u2018IF\u2019 function, you can make meaningful comparisons between a resulting value and your expected value.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hyperlinking a Cell to a Website<\/b><\/h3>\n

For hyperlinking a cell to a particular website, all you need to do is click on the desired cell, then navigate to the Insert tab, where you will find the option to \u2018Link\u2019. This will allow you to add the URL in the address bar.<\/span><\/p>\n

Named Ranges<\/b><\/h3>\n

By utilising the Named Ranges feature offered by MS Excel, you can assign meaningful names to cell ranges. This makes the formulas better readable and understandable.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Hide a Whole Sheet<\/b><\/h3>\n

If you wish to hide a particular sheet, making its data available only for reference, all you need to do is right-click on the bottom sheet tab and then click on \u2018Hide\u2019. If you wish to view it again, simply go to the \u2018View Tab\u2019, right at the top, wherein you will find the \u2018Unhide\u2019 option.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Screenshot Insertion<\/b><\/h3>\n

One of the many features offered by MS Excel is that it allows users to take a screenshot of an open program and insert the same into a worksheet. To access this feature, all you have to do is go to the Insert tab, then Screenshot, and you can view a thumbnail of all the open programs. Select the one that you need and then resize it accordingly.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Text to Columns<\/b><\/h3>\n

By using the Text-to-Column function, you can separate text in a cell or column by splitting it up with different criteria. All you have to do is go to the \u2018Data menu tab\u2019 and then click on the \u2018Data Tools section\u2019.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Sparklines<\/b><\/h3>\n

To visualise trends within a cell range, you can create in-cell charts, which are referred to as Sparklines.<\/span><\/p>\n

Add Checkboxes<\/b><\/h3>\n

To enter data uniformly, you can make use of form controls like checkboxes. Simply go to the \u2018Developer\u2019 tab on your ribbon and then click on \u2018Insert\u2019 to make a selection.<\/span><\/p>\n

Conclusion<\/b><\/h4>\n

Wrapping it all up, mastering Microsoft Excel is a journey that involves continuous learning and exploration. Hopefully, these above-mentioned tips and tricks have been able to serve as a foundation to enhance your efficiency, accuracy and creativity within Excel. Whether you are working on financial data or simply organising information, these tips and tricks will undoubtedly make you an expert in Excel.<\/span><\/p>\n

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