Chapter 24

Top Ten Tips for Using Excel Like a Pro

IN THIS CHAPTER

check Generating new workbooks from templates and organizing worksheet data

check Creating data series with AutoFill and using range names

check Freezing row and column headings and catching data entry gaffes

check Trapping error values and using array formulas

check Using outlines and displaying worksheets side by side

Performing the exercises in this workbook gives you an opportunity to work with the most important features of Excel, especially those related to building and maintaining worksheets. To help you make the most of this hands-on experience, this chapter brings together ten of the most important ways to work efficiently and design the best possible worksheets as you start to work on your own.

Generating New Workbooks from Templates

Whenever possible, generate new workbooks or custom templates from the templates that are available for Excel. Don’t forget that the program provides you with a host of useful online templates from meeting ...

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