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The document provides a comprehensive list of 100 Excel practices aimed at moderate-level users to enhance their skills across various areas including basic functions, data manipulation, chart creation, pivot tables, advanced formulas, and automation. It also includes bonus practices for exporting data and collaboration features. These exercises are designed to build a strong foundation and facilitate progression towards expert-level proficiency in Excel.

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The document provides a comprehensive list of 100 Excel practices aimed at moderate-level users to enhance their skills across various areas including basic functions, data manipulation, chart creation, pivot tables, advanced formulas, and automation. It also includes bonus practices for exporting data and collaboration features. These exercises are designed to build a strong foundation and facilitate progression towards expert-level proficiency in Excel.

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Here’s a list of 100 MS Excel practices for a moderate-level user to enhance skills:

Basic Functions & Formulas

1. Sum Function: Practice using =SUM() to add ranges.

2. Average Function: Practice using =AVERAGE().

3. Count Function: Use =COUNT() to count numeric values.

4. IF Function: Create simple conditional formulas with =IF().

5. Nested IFs: Practice using multiple IF() statements.

6. SUMIF: Use =SUMIF() to sum values based on a condition.

7. COUNTIF: Use =COUNTIF() to count items meeting specific criteria.

8. VLOOKUP: Use =VLOOKUP() to look up values in a table.

9. HLOOKUP: Use =HLOOKUP() for horizontal lookups.

10. INDEX & MATCH: Combine INDEX() and MATCH() for flexible lookups.

11. TEXT Function: Practice using =TEXT() to format numbers as text.

12. ROUND Function: Use =ROUND() to round numbers.

13. DATE Functions: Practice with =TODAY(), =DATE(), =DAYS().

14. TIME Functions: Use =NOW() and =TIME() for time manipulations.

15. LEN Function: Use =LEN() to find the length of text strings.

16. CONCATENATE: Use =CONCATENATE() or & to join text.

17. TRIM Function: Use =TRIM() to remove extra spaces.

18. SEARCH Function: Practice =SEARCH() to find text positions.

19. MID Function: Use =MID() to extract substrings.

20. LEFT/RIGHT Functions: Practice =LEFT() and =RIGHT() for text extraction.

Formatting & Design

21. Cell Borders: Practice adding borders to cells.

22. Cell Colors: Change cell background color based on conditions.

23. Conditional Formatting: Apply conditional formatting for visual cues.

24. Custom Number Formats: Practice custom formats for dates, currency, etc.

25. Cell Styles: Use built-in cell styles for quick formatting.

26. Merge Cells: Practice merging cells for headings.

27. Freeze Panes: Use Freeze Panes to lock header rows.

28. Text Alignment: Practice horizontal and vertical alignment.

29. Wrap Text: Use Wrap Text to display long text in cells.
30. Change Font Size/Color: Experiment with different font styles.

Data Manipulation

31. Sorting Data: Sort data alphabetically or numerically.

32. Filtering Data: Apply filters to data to show specific records.

33. Text to Columns: Split data into columns using Text to Columns.

34. Remove Duplicates: Use the Remove Duplicates function.

35. Flash Fill: Use Flash Fill for automatic pattern filling.

36. Group Data: Group rows/columns together for better organization.

37. Subtotal Function: Use =SUBTOTAL() for grouping data.

38. Data Validation: Create drop-down lists using Data Validation.

39. Custom Validation: Set up custom data validation rules.

40. Find & Replace: Use Find and Replace for quick edits.

Charts & Visualizations

41. Basic Column Chart: Create a simple column chart.

42. Line Chart: Practice creating line charts.

43. Pie Chart: Create pie charts for distribution analysis.

44. Bar Chart: Experiment with horizontal bar charts.

45. Area Chart: Practice creating area charts.

46. Combo Chart: Create combination charts with multiple data types.

47. Scatter Plot: Create scatter plots for trend analysis.

48. Pivot Charts: Create charts from PivotTables.

49. Data Labels: Add data labels to charts for clarity.

50. Chart Formatting: Customize chart titles, axis labels, and styles.

Pivot Tables

51. Create Pivot Table: Learn how to create a basic PivotTable.

52. Group Data in PivotTable: Group data by categories like months, years.

53. Change PivotTable Layout: Use different PivotTable layouts for clarity.

54. Calculated Fields: Add calculated fields in PivotTables.

55. Slicer: Add a slicer to filter PivotTable data interactively.

56. Pivot Chart: Create a PivotChart based on PivotTable data.

57. Show Values as Percentage: Display data as a percentage in PivotTable.

58. Filter Data in PivotTable: Apply filters to PivotTable data.


59. Multiple Consolidation Ranges: Consolidate multiple ranges in a PivotTable.

Advanced Formulas

60. ARRAY Formulas: Use array formulas to perform complex calculations.

61. SUMPRODUCT: Practice using =SUMPRODUCT() for array calculations.

62. OFFSET Function: Use =OFFSET() for dynamic ranges.

63. INDIRECT Function: Use =INDIRECT() to reference cells dynamically.

64. TRANSPOSE Function: Use =TRANSPOSE() to switch rows and columns.

65. AGGREGATE Function: Practice =AGGREGATE() for more control over calculations.

66. EXACT Function: Use =EXACT() for comparing text strings.

67. ISERROR/ISNA: Practice error-checking formulas with =ISERROR() and =ISNA().

68. CHOOSE Function: Use =CHOOSE() to select from multiple options.

69. MATCH & INDEX: Combine MATCH() and INDEX() for complex lookups.

Data Analysis & Advanced Features

70. Goal Seek: Use Goal Seek to find an input value for a desired result.

71. Solver: Use Solver to find an optimal solution for complex problems.

72. Scenario Manager: Create and compare different scenarios.

73. Data Tables: Use data tables for sensitivity analysis.

74. Solver Add-in: Use the Solver Add-in for linear programming.

75. What-If Analysis: Use What-If Analysis tools for data modeling.

76. Trendlines: Add trendlines to charts for forecasting.

77. Forecast Function: Use =FORECAST() to predict future values.

78. Remove Outliers: Use formulas to identify and remove outliers from datasets.

Miscellaneous Tools

79. Consolidate Data: Consolidate data from multiple ranges or workbooks.

80. Hyperlink: Add hyperlinks to link data or web pages.

81. Power Query: Use Power Query to import and transform data.

82. Power Pivot: Enable Power Pivot for advanced data modeling.

83. Text Functions with Date: Extract parts of dates using text functions.

84. Dynamic Named Ranges: Create dynamic named ranges for charts and data.

85. Find Matching Data: Use =MATCH() and =INDEX() to find matching data points.

86. Highlight Cells Rules: Apply rules like greater than, less than, or between.

87. Array Formulas with IF: Combine array formulas with IF() for complex scenarios.
88. Random Number Generation: Use =RAND() or =RANDBETWEEN() for random values.

89. Protect Sheets: Learn how to protect sheets and workbooks with passwords.

90. Workbook Linking: Link data between different workbooks.

91. Custom Views: Create custom views to display different data selections.

92. Data Protection: Practice protecting data within cells or ranges.

93. Keyboard Shortcuts: Master essential Excel keyboard shortcuts.

94. Excel Templates: Create and modify Excel templates for repeated tasks.

95. Save as CSV: Practice saving Excel files as CSV for data transfer.

Macros & Automation

96. Record a Macro: Record simple macros to automate tasks.

97. VBA Basic Code: Write basic VBA code to automate tasks.

98. Edit Macros: Edit and customize recorded macros.

99. Assign Macros to Buttons: Assign macros to buttons for easy access.

100. Create a UserForm: Build a UserForm to interact with Excel data more efficiently.

Bonus Practice

 Export Data to PDF: Learn how to export your Excel sheet as a PDF file.

 Sharing & Collaboration: Practice sharing workbooks and using the collaboration features in Excel (e.g.,
comments, co-authoring).

These practices will strengthen your foundation and help you move towards expert-level proficiency in Excel.

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