Introduction to Excel Formulas and Functions
At first, new Excel users only do basic data entry. Let’s explore Excel’s core Formulas and Functions. These are the basic tools that allow you to perform calculations that can turn basic data entry into useful information and valuable insights. This post breaks down the ultimate formulas and functions you should know. Don’t worry we’ll keep it simple with practical easy to learn examples with clear explanation.
Basic Excel Formulas
Addition (+)
(+) Plus sign is used to add numbers, make totals, and calculations.
Substraction (-)
(-) Minus sign is used to subtract numbers and is common for expense calculations and profit analysis.
Multiplication (*)
(*) Asterisk sign is used to multiply numbers, pricing, quantities, interest, and tax calculations.
Division (/)
(/) Forward Slash sign is used to divide numbers and helpful for ratios, averages, and percentage calculations
Basic Excel Functions
Excel functions are built-in formulas that help you perform calculations quickly and accurately without writing complex formulas. These functions are widely used in daily office work, accounting, and data analysis.
Learning essential Excel functions like SUM, AVERAGE, MIN, and MAX will help beginners work smarter and save time.
