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Interface and Navigation: Learn Excel 365
on-demand course

Interface and Navigation: Learn Excel 365

with Simon Sez IT
August 2025
Intermediate
29m
English
Simon Sez IT
Closed Captioning available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese

Overview

Welcome to Interface and Navigation - Learn Excel 365. This course will help you become proficient in navigating Microsoft Excel 365. Whether you're a beginner or looking to strengthen existing skills, this training equips you with the foundational techniques to work efficiently and confidently.

You will explore Excel’s core tools and essential functions as you progress. You'll be introduced to the various mouse cursors and their functions, enabling you to accurately select cells, rows, and columns. You’ll also discover the Backstage View, your hub for file management, customization, and smoother document handling.,/p>

As you progress, you will explore Excel’s core tools and essential functions. This includes creating new workbooks, opening and saving files in various formats (XLSX, CSV, PDF) and adding file metadata and protection. You'll also gain insight into sending files via email and utilizing cloud storage such as OneDrive for efficient, real-time collaboration.

Furthermore, you'll discover advanced techniques for handling large datasets and printing. This includes using the split-screen tool to view different spreadsheet parts simultaneously and adjusting print settings to ensure your documents print efficiently. You'll also learn about using 'New Window' to view the same document in two windows.By the end of this training, you will confidently navigate Excel worksheets, work more efficiently, and present data with clarity.

This course will teach you how to:

  • Identify and apply different Excel mouse cursors for cell selection and editing.
  • Access and utilize the Backstage view to create, open, save, and share Excel files.
  • Save Excel workbooks as XLSX, CSV, and PDF files.
  • Open Excel files efficiently using the File menu, OneDrive, and keyboard shortcuts.
  • Implement the split-screen feature to view different spreadsheet sections simultaneously.
  • Adjust page orientation, scaling, and page breaks for effective document printing.
  • Open a new window to view the same Excel document simultaneously for comparison.
  • Create custom views to filter data and save specific print settings for efficiency.
  • Add metadata and utilize protection features within Excel's Backstage view.
  • Export Excel data to various formats, preserving layout and formatting as needed.
  • Organize files effectively by creating new folders and using OneDrive integration.
  • Use custom views to control data visibility and enhance collaboration.

  • The following files are included in the Resources section below:

    Course Files - Used to follow along with the instructor during lessons.

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