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Learn Excel formulas, functions, chart wizard, and more in this comprehensive tutorial series by Jie Gao for CPSC 203 students. Explore useful functions, cell references, chart modifications, and page setup tips. Enhance your Excel skills today!
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CPSC 203Introduction to Computers T43, T46 & T68 TA: Jie (Jeff) Gao
Excel – Formulas • Formulas are calculation expressions • Starts with a “=” • The formula expression is shown in the formula bar but the formula result is shown in worksheet • Examples CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Functions • Functions are predefined formulas • They are organized in categories • Use the “Paste function” button or “Insert Function” menu • Choose function • Provide arguments • Input by hand • Pick by mouse CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Show Formulas • By default the spreadsheets only show formula results • Formula expressions can be shown in spreadsheets • Menu Tools Options, View tab, check option Formulas • Uncheck it to return to formula result view CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Useful Functions • Statistical • Min, Max, Average • Mathematical • Sum • Date and time • Now • More … CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Cell References • Range • Named by the cells on upper left and lower right corners • Custom names can be provided in the name box • Relative • Absolute • Use “$” to indicate absolute references CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Chart Wizard • “Insert Chart” button or “Insert Chart” menu • 4 steps • Select chart type • Define source data and series • Chart options: labels, legend and axes • Create chart as: object or sheet CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Tricks in Chart Wizard • Select source data range before starting the wizard • Specify the series names and labels by cell references • Make use of the preview CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Modify Charts • Text elements: Use the format buttons directly • Size and position: Use handles to adjust • Other appearance: Right click and use “Format …” menu • The 4 steps of chart wizard also have corresponding menu items CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Excel – Page Setup • Each worksheet has separate page setups • Paper size, orientation, margin • Header and footer • Show gridlines or not • Print preview CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao
Assignment 1 • Remember: it contains 3 parts • It is not required to fit the spreadsheets into single pages • Make sure you have your official name and tutorial section number on the pages • A cover page is not required for this assignment CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao