Special Edition Using WordPerfect Office X3

Chapter 26. Organizing and Using Data

by Read Gilgen

In this chapter

Sorting Data

Filtering Data

Outlining Data

Consolidating Data

Troubleshooting

Raw data, including information generated by formulas, is the core of what Quattro Pro is all about. However, Quattro Pro also helps you manipulate your data in ways that makes it easier for you, or others, to understand. For example, you can sort or filter your data, use outlines to group data sections, or consolidate two or more sets of data to make it easier to get the broad picture.

Note

The way you use data will likely vary dramatically from the way others use theirs. The examples shown in this chapter are intended to illustrate some possibilities. Undoubtedly you will discover other uses for ...