Tips and tricks to increase productivity

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If you're just starting to learn Excel, it's important to know some tips and tricks to increase your productivity. With these tips, you can save time and effort while working with spreadsheets.

Tips to Increase Productivity in Excel

1. Use keyboard shortcuts

Keyboard shortcuts are a quick and easy way to perform tasks in Excel without having to use the mouse. Some useful shortcuts include:

  • CTRL + C to copy
  • CTRL + V to paste
  • CTRL + Z to undo
  • CTRL + Y to redo
  • CTRL + S to save

2. Use the autocomplete function

The autocomplete function allows you to quickly copy a formula or data into a column or row. To use this function, just enter the first value and drag the cell down or to the side.

3. Use conditional formatting

Conditional formatting allows you to automatically highlight cells that meet a certain criteria. For example, you can use conditional formatting to highlight all cells that contain a value above a certain number.

4. Use filters

Filters allow you to quickly filter data in a worksheet based on certain criteria. For example, you can filter a sales list by region or by date.

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5. Use the SUMIF function

The SUMIF function allows you to sum the values ​​in a column based on a given criteria. For example, you can use the SUMIF function to add up all sales for a particular product.

6. Use VLOOKUP function

The VLOOKUP function allows you to look up a value in a table and return a corresponding value in another column. For example, you can use the VLOOKUP function to look up the price of a product in a price list.

Conclusion

Excel is a powerful tool for data analysis and project management. With these tips and tricks, you can increase your productivity and work more efficiently in your spreadsheets.

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_What is the function that allows summing the values ​​in a column based on a certain criterion in Excel?

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The SUMIF function in Excel allows you to sum values in a column based on specified criteria, making it useful for tasks like adding up sales figures for a particular product.

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