This segment provides a quick tour of Excel’s layout, including the Ribbon, workbook, and worksheet structure. Participants learn how to navigate the Excel interface, enter basic data, and use essential shortcuts for faster workflow. By the end, users will be comfortable with Excel’s foundational components and basic data entry.

In this section, participants explore Excel's powerful calculation capabilities with essential formulas and functions. They will practice using basic arithmetic formulas (such as addition and multiplication) and common functions like SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, and MAX. This segment also covers cell references (absolute, relative, and mixed) to help users understand how to create dynamic calculations that adjust as data changes.

Formatting data effectively is key to making it readable and professional-looking. This part of the course shows how to apply cell styles, adjust font and color, and use number formatting options. It also introduces conditional formatting, allowing participants to automatically highlight data based on specified conditions, such as color scales for high and low values.

 Organizing and analyzing data is essential in Excel. In this section, participants learn to sort data by various criteria and use filters to view specific data within larger datasets. They also discover the benefits of using tables for structured data and get an introduction to creating basic charts (like Pie, Column, and Line) to visualize information clearly and effectively.

To wrap up, participants will go over techniques for data review, such as spell-checking and removing duplicates. They’ll learn essential shortcuts like Freeze Panes for locking header rows and tips on preparing data for printing. This part also covers basic sheet protection to safeguard data and discusses best practices for file organization and workbook management.