Creating Your First Spreadsheet In Excel For Beginners

A beginner's guide to Excel spreadsheets, formulas, and fundamental data analysis.

What you'll learn

Organize data by adding, renaming, deleting, and saving worksheets within a workbook.

Efficiently input and modify data using copy, cut, paste, and autofill techniques.

Master cell navigation, selection shortcuts, and using Ctrl + arrow keys.

Use Excel's template library to start projects quickly and effectively.

Manage workbooks and worksheets to keep your data organized and easy to find.

Requirements

A computer with Microsoft Excel 2021 installed – You'll need a device capable of running Excel 2021 to follow along with the course and practice exercises.

Basic computer literacy – Familiarity with using a computer, navigating file systems, and basic internet skills will be helpful to follow along.

No prior experience with Excel required – This course is designed for beginners, so there's no need for any prior knowledge of Excel.

Access to the internet – Some lessons may require online resources or templates available for download.

Willingness to practice – To get the most out of this course, a commitment to practicing and applying what you learn is key to reinforcing the skills you'll gain.

Description

**This course includes downloadable course instructor and exercise files to work with and follow along.**Welcome to the Microsoft Excel Beginner course. This short course is designed to teach you how to create spreadsheets in Excel. Whether starting from scratch or looking to enhance your beginner skills, this course provides clear, step-by-step guidance for navigating Excel's vast array of features.We'll show you how to find, customize, and utilize Excel's extensive template library, allowing you to jumpstart projects without the hassle of staring at a blank workbook. You'll gain hands-on experience with essential Excel functions to help solidify your understanding of the platform.By the end of the course, you'll be able to create and manage spreadsheets easily, saving time and effort while ensuring your data is organized and accessible. This course is perfect for anyone looking to build a strong foundation in Excel and develop essential skills to perform everyday tasks efficiently.In this course, you will learn how to:Organize data by adding, renaming, deleting, and saving worksheets within a workbook.Efficiently input and modify data using copy, cut, paste, and autofill techniques.Master cell navigation, selection shortcuts, and using Ctrl + arrow keys.Use Excel's template library to start projects quickly and effectively.Manage workbooks and worksheets to keep your data organized and easy to find.This course includes:53 minutes of video tutorials8 individual video lecturesCourse and Exercise Files to follow alongCertificate of completion

Overview

Section 1: Create a Spreadsheet

Lecture 1 Course Introduction

Lecture 2 WATCH ME: Essential Information for a Successful Training Experience

Lecture 3 DOWNLOAD ME: Course Files

Lecture 4 DOWNLOAD ME: Exercise Files

Lecture 5 Working with Excel Templates

Lecture 6 Working with Workbooks and Worksheets

Lecture 7 Saving Workbooks and Worksheets

Lecture 8 Entering and Editing Data

Lecture 9 Navigating and Selecting Cells, Rows and Columns

Lecture 10 Exercise

Lecture 11 Course Close

Beginners who are new to Excel – This course is perfect for those who are just starting out with Microsoft Excel and want to learn the fundamentals of creating and managing spreadsheets in Excel 2021.,Individuals looking to refresh their Excel skills – If you've used Excel before but feel you need a refresher on the basic features and functions, this course will help you quickly get back on track.,Small business owners or freelancers – If you run a small business or work independently and need to organize data or create simple reports, this course will give you the foundational skills to work efficiently in Excel.,Anyone looking to improve their productivity with Excel – This course is ideal for anyone who wants to learn time-saving tips and techniques to work more efficiently in Excel, whether for personal, professional, or academic purposes.