Microsoft 365 Excel: The Only App That Matters

Master Excel 365: Unlock the Power of the Ultimate Spreadsheet Tool

Publisher:Packt Publishing Limited

By: MrExcel's Holy Macro! Books and Mike Girvin

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|Mar 2025

E-Book €10.99Institutions €105.95

Description

Master Microsoft 365 Excel from basics to advanced with practical examples and expert guidance. Perfect for professionals and students aiming to excel in data analysis, financial modeling, and beyond.

Key Features

Comprehensive coverage from Excel basics to advanced functions
Practical examples for real-world application
Step-by-step guidance on data analysis and automation.

Book Description

Unlock the full potential of Microsoft 365 Excel with this extensive guide, crafted for both beginners and seasoned users alike. Begin by uncovering the foundational reasons behind Excel’s creation and its unmatched significance in the business world. Dive deep into the structure of Excel files, worksheets, and key concepts that underscore the application’s versatility. As you progress, master efficient workflows, keyboard shortcuts, and powerful formulas, making Excel an indispensable tool for solving complex problems.

Moving forward, the book will guide you through advanced topics, including logical tests, lookup functions, and the latest features like LET and LAMBDA functions. Gain hands-on experience with data analysis, exploring the full capabilities of standard pivot tables, advanced Power Query, and Power BI. Each chapter builds on the last, ensuring that you gain both practical skills and a deep understanding of Excel’s capabilities, preparing you to confidently tackle even the most challenging data tasks.

By the end of this guide, you’ll not only be adept at using Excel but also equipped with strategies to apply Excel's advanced features to real-world scenarios—whether you’re interested in financial modeling, big data analysis, or simply enhancing efficiency in your day-to-day tasks.

What you will learn

Master Excel's interface and shortcuts
Build efficient worksheets
Apply formulas for problem-solving
Leverage data analysis tools
Utilize advanced Excel functions
Create automated solutions with VBA.

Who this book is for

The ideal audience for this book includes professionals, data analysts, financial analysts, and students who are familiar with basic Excel functions but want to advance their skills. A basic understanding of Excel is recommended.

Why Excel 365?
Why the Spreadsheet Was Invented
What Does Excel Do?
Key Concepts Used to Create Excel Solutions
The Structure of Excel Files and Worksheets
Keyboard Keys and Shortcuts
Worksheet Efficiency Tricks
Worksheet Formulas, Formatting, and Setup to Solve Problems
A Golden Rule for Building Excel Models
Knowing When to Use the ROUND Function
Date and Time Number Formatting and Formulas
Worksheet Formula Types and Formula Elements
Logical Tests and Related Functions (AND, ISNUMBER, IF, IFS, FILTER, SUMIFS, and More)
Worksheet Lookup Functions and Formulas
Worksheet Array Formulas: Just Enter!
The LET and LAMBDA Functions
Data Analysis Basics: Standard Pivot Tables, Sorting, Filtering, Visualizations, and More
Advanced Data Analysis with Power Query, Power Pivot, Power BI, M Code, and DAX
Data Analysis Examples: Big Data and Complex Data Analysis
The Macro Recorder and the VBA Editor
Financial Worksheet Functions
Simple Linear Regression Worksheet Functions

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PDF ISBN: 978-1-83664-552-8

Publisher: Packt Publishing Limited

Publication date: 2025

Language: English

Pages: 826

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Microsoft 365 Excel: The Only App That Matters

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