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MicrosoftMicrosoftExcel 2007Excel 2007
© Wiley Publishing. 2007. All Rights Reserved.
The L LineThe L LineThe Express Line to LearningThe Express Line to Learning
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Creating Your First Excel Worksheet2
• Identifying the different parts of a worksheet• Navigating a worksheet• Selecting cell ranges• Using a predesigned template to create a worksheet• Creating a worksheet from scratch• Saving your worksheet
Stations Along the Way
Excel Screen Elements
Cells hold numbers, text, or formulasThe active cell has a black outlineRows are numbered; 1, 2, 3, etc.Columns are lettered; A, B, C, etc.The cell reference indicates the location;
cell D7 represents column D, row 7Worksheets contain rows and columnsAn Excel file (a workbook) contains three
worksheets, and you can insert more
Navigating in Excel
To move between cells:• Click the cell• Use the cursor (arrow) keys• Use the cell reference box
To move between sheets, click the sheet name at the bottom of the worksheet
Selecting Cells
Click a single cell to select itClick a row number to select a rowClick a column letter to select a columnClick a cell and drag to select a range
of cells, rows, or columnsHold down Ctrl and click to select
noncontiguous cells, rows, or columns
Using a Predesigned Template
A template includes formatting, formulas, and data-entry areas
Excel 2007 includes many templates, such as budgets and invoices
Office Online provides additional templates for your use
You can customize your own templates
Creating a Worksheet from Scratch
Add data to a cell by clicking the cell and typing the data
To correct erroneous cell entries:• Type the data in the cell again• Use the Formula Bar to correct the data
Use AutoFill to enter series data such as months, years, or value increments
Saving the Worksheet
Specify the filename and location the first time you save
Methods of saving your data:• Choose Save from the Office Button menu• Click the Save icon on the QAT• Press Ctrl+S
Save your work often
Discussion Questions
What is the relationship between a cell, a row, and a worksheet?
Where do you find the name of the active worksheet?
What are some advantages of using a template over creating your file from scratch?
Discussion Questions (cont.)
What is the quickest way to select a block of data with the keyboard?
How do you know whether you are replacing or editing cell contents?
What is the difference between choosing Save from the Office Button menu and clicking the Save icon on the QAT?