How to Create Your First Excel Spreadsheet

Getting Started

Step 1: Open Excel

• Windows: Start > Microsoft Excel
• Mac: Applications > Microsoft Excel

Step 2: Plan Your Layout

• Row 1: Headers
• Column A: Categories
• Column B: Values

Step 3: Enter Headers

Click cell A1 and type your headers. Press Tab to move to the next cell.

Step 4: Enter Data

Fill in your information row by row. Use Enter to move down and Tab to move right.

Step 5: Create Formulas

Use =SUM() for totals. For example: =SUM(B2:B10)

Step 6: Format

• Bold headers with Ctrl+B
• Apply number formats from the Home tab
• Add borders for better readability

Step 7: Save

Press Ctrl+S to save your work. Choose a location and name your file.

Conclusion

Congratulations on creating your first spreadsheet! Practice regularly to improve your skills.