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Excel Lesson 1
Terms/Questions
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| active cell | a cell that is highlighted or outlined by a bold black rectangle. Also called the current or highlighted cell. |
| backstage view | a view that shows you behind the scenes options for managing files such as opening, saving, printing, and documenting files |
| cell | a box on the grid identified by the intersection of a column or row |
| column | cells that run from top to bottom in a worksheet and are identified by letters |
| command group | task specific groups divided among the command tabs appropriate to the work a user currently performs |
| command tabs | task oriented tabs that are organized on the ribbon |
| dialog box launcher | an arrow in lower right corner of some command groups on the ribbon that opens a dialog box related to the command group |
| file tab | in office 2013 the tab that takes you to Backstage view to access save, print, options, and other commands |
| help system | a system in excel that is rich in information, illustrations, and tips that can help you complete any task as you create worksheets and workbooks |
| keytip | small badges displaying keyboard shortcuts for specific tabs commands on the ribbon and quick access toolbar. Also referred to as HotKeys |
| name box | located below the ribbon at the left end of the formula bar. When a user types a cell location into this box and presses enter, the insertion points moves to the cell |
| quick access toolbar | a toolbar that gives you fast and easy access to the tools you use most often in excel. |
| ribbon | a broad band that runs across the top of the excel window that organizes commands and tools into and easy to use interface |
| row | a line of cells that start at the left edge of a worksheet, continue to the right, and are identified by numbers |
| screentips | a small, onscreen rectangle that displays descriptive text when you rest the pointer on a command or control |
| workbook | a collection of worksheets in a single file |
| worksheet | a page in a workbook that consists of a grid of rows and columns in which you can enter text, values, formulas, and perform calculations. |
| An arrow in the bottom right corner of a group on the ribbon tells you that this is available | dialog box |
| What is a selected cell called? | active cell |
| Which feature enables you to preview headers and footers, page breaks, and other features that will print | print layout |
| After the file is opened where does the filename appear? | title bar |
| When you split a window, the window is divided into how many panes | two or four |
| When you click the help button what opens | help window |
| What is the intersection of a row and column called? | cell |
| How many worksheets does a new excel 2013 workbook open with ? | one |
| To get the last cell on a worksheet, what should you press | ctrl+end |