Basic Excel Course

Basic Excel Course: Interface Navigation, Formatting, Charts, and Data Analysis

What you'll learn

• Navigating Excel’s interface, managing workbooks, and using shortcuts to boost efficiency
• Formatting cells, numbers, and dates to improve data readability and presentation
• Using AutoFilter to organize large datasets and simplify data analysis
• Creating and formatting column and pie charts for better data visualization
• Inserting images and shapes, and set up print options for professional reports

Requirements

• A stable internet connection
• A device that enables you to watch the course videos
• MS Excel installed on the device

Description

This Basic Excel Course is designed to introduce you to the fundamentals of Excel, guiding you step by step through essential features and functions that will help you become confident in using this powerful tool.

Starting with an overview of the Excel interface, you'll learn how to launch Excel, navigate its features, and get familiar with the layout of the workbook. You'll understand how workbooks are structured, how to open and save documents, and discover useful Excel shortcuts to speed up your workflow.

The course then dives into cell formatting, teaching you how to customize text, numbers, and dates to make your data more visually appealing and easy to read. You'll also gain a practical understanding of working with number and date formats to ensure your data is presented correctly.

Next, you'll explore the AutoFilter feature, which will allow you to quickly organize and analyze large datasets. As you progress, you’ll learn how to create and format column charts, which are essential for visualizing data, and gain a practical understanding of how to use pie charts for presenting data in a clear, easy-to-understand format.

The course also covers inserting images and shapes into worksheets to enhance presentations. Finally, you'll learn the basics of printing worksheets, including how to adjust settings to ensure your documents are printed exactly as needed.

By the end of this course, you will have a solid foundation in Excel, which will empower you to efficiently manage, analyze, and present data in any project.

Who this course is for:

• Individuals new to Excel and want to build a strong foundation in the basics.
• Students looking to gain practical Excel skills for academic work and assignments.
• Business professionals who need to use Excel for everyday tasks like data entry, reporting, and creating simple charts.
• Job seekers aiming to improve their Excel proficiency to gain a competitive edge in the workplace.
• Anyone who wants to feel more confident navigating and using Excel for personal or professional projects.