Introduction to Microsoft Excel 2007

Computer Applications II

What is Microsoft Excel?

Microsoft Excel is a spreadsheet application

written and distributed by the company

Microsoft.

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What is an Excel spreadsheet?• A grid of rows and columns containing

numbers, text, and formulas.

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What is the purpose of using Excel?

The purpose of a spreadsheet is to

solve problems with numbers

(without using a calculator)!

How Can You Use Excel?

You can use Excel spreadsheets to……

Budgets

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Purchase Orders

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Charts and diagrams

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Keep Track of Inventory

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Financial Statements

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Why Learn Microsoft Excel?

• Your ability to get good paying jobs in your future depends on a solid background in computers and computer programs.

• This Microsoft Office program will help you more in school as you get older.

• Great tool to keep track of your personal finances.

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