Excel Basics and Functionality

What is Excel primarily used for?

• Storing, organizing, and analyzing information

• Creating presentations

• Editing videos

• Designing websites

Which of the following can be created using Excel?

• Contact lists, budgets, and invoices

• Digital paintings

• 3D models

• Music compositions

When you open Excel, what screen are you most likely to see first?

• The Start screen

• A blank document

• The print preview

• The options menu

How can you create a new workbook in Excel from the Start screen?

• From scratch or from a template

• By importing a PDF

• By scanning a physical document

• By recording a macro

What is the Ribbon in Excel?

• A collection of tools and features at the top of the screen

• The main area for data entry

• A scrollable sidebar

• The status bar at the bottom

The Ribbon is divided into what to help users find what they're looking for?

• Tabs

• Pages

• Sections

• Windows

Commands on each tab of the Ribbon are organized into what?

• Groups

• Categories

• Folders

• Sub-menus

How can you view more commands within a group on the Ribbon?

• Click the arrow in the bottom right corner of the group

• Right-click anywhere on the Ribbon

• Double-click the group name

• Press F1 for help

How can you hide or minimize the Ribbon to free up space?

• Click the arrow in the upper right corner and choose an option

• Drag the Ribbon to the bottom of the screen

• Press the Esc key

• Go to File > Close

What is the purpose of the Quick Access Toolbar?

• To provide quick access to frequently used commands

• To display recent files

• To show current cell coordinates

• To manage worksheet views