The Excel Screen — Excel Course

Get familiar with the main parts of the Excel window before changing data or writing formulas. Learn it step by step with guided practice on Excelquro.

Understand

The Excel window is organized so commands, cell information and worksheet content are easy to find. The Ribbon contains commands, the Name Box identifies the active cell, the Formula Bar shows the cell contents, and the worksheet is where the data lives.

Worked example

Follow along

1. Look at the top of the window and find the Ribbon.
2. Select a cell and notice its address in the Name Box.
3. Look to the Formula Bar to see the selected cell content.
4. Move into the worksheet and select different cells.
5. Check the Status Bar for selection information.

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