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Spreadsheet

A spreadsheet is a computer program that simulates a paper ledger sheet. It displays data in a grid of rows and columns where mathematical formulas can be embedded to automatically calculate and update cells. A spreadsheet consists of a workbook containing one or more worksheets made up of rows, columns, and cells. Common spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel allow users to enter text, numbers, formulas into cells and perform calculations on the data.

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Spreadsheet

A spreadsheet is a computer program that simulates a paper ledger sheet. It displays data in a grid of rows and columns where mathematical formulas can be embedded to automatically calculate and update cells. A spreadsheet consists of a workbook containing one or more worksheets made up of rows, columns, and cells. Common spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel allow users to enter text, numbers, formulas into cells and perform calculations on the data.

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Spreadsheet-otherwise known as worksheet

-computer equivalent of a paper ledger sheet.


-consists of a grid made from columns and
rows
-it is used to perform mathematical
calculations
Types of spreadsheet
a. Manual- creating a worksheet on a ledger
or columnar paper using pencil/ pen,
calculator, and eraser.
b. Electronic- a computer generated software
spreadsheet that makes the basic task easier
Spreadsheet program- a program that generates
users worksheet onscreen and enables him/her
to embed hidden formulas that perform visible
calculations. Ex. Microsoft Excel and Lotus 123
Elements of the Electronic Spreadsheet
1. Rows- horizontal block of cells running
across the breadth of the spreadsheet.

2. Column- is a vertical block of cells


identified by a unique alphabetical letter.
3. Worksheet- made up of rows and columns
where labels, numbers, and formulas are
entered.
4. Cell- intersection between a row and a
column.
Cell reference/cell address- combination of
the column letter and row number.
Active Cell indicator- rectangular highlight
that indicates the onscreen location of the
active cell.
5. Workbook- called a file, that contain
multiple worksheets and/or chart sheets.
6. Range- is a block of selected cells.
7. Cell content- is any data entered into the
cell. These can be numbers, letters, formulas,
dates or time.
*Note that: A spreadsheet program is also
known as electronic spreadsheet.
Parts of the MS Excel Application Window

Title Bar- located at the top of the screen


indicating the name of the program
Menu Bar- Contains a group of selections that
lets you perform most Microsoft tasks.
Standard Toolbar- contains the most commonly
used buttons that perform common tasks such
as saving, checking spelling, starting a new
document.
Formatting Toolbar- contains buttons that
provide shortcuts for choosing fonts, font size,
borders, alignments and etc.
Drawing Toolbar- contains buttons that you can
click to draw and format objects
Name Box- indicates the location of the active
cell.
Formula Bar- Displays the data or formula you
typed in the cell
Status Bar- Displays information about a
command or toolbar button, an operation in
progress, or the location of the insertion point.

Column Heading- The vertical areas of the


spreadsheet labeled with letters of the alphabet.
Row Heading- The horizontal areas of the
spreadsheet labeled with numbers.
Active Cell- a selected cell ready for data entry
Scroll bars- used to scroll other parts of the
document.

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