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spreadsheet basics
spreadsheet terms
Term | Definition |
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spreadsheet (or worksheet) | an arrangement of cells in column and rows used to organize,analyze,calculate,and report information, usually in numerical form. |
workbook | a file which contains one or more spreadsheets. |
cell | individual locations on a spreadsheet where a column and row intersect. |
column | a vertical range of cells identified by letters of the alphabet. |
row | a horizontal range of cells identified by numbers. |
labels | text or number that will not be used in calculations (will be aligned on the left side of cell) |
values | number that will be used in calculations (will be aligned on the right side of cell) |
cell address/reference | the column letter and row number for a cell |
active cell | the cell that is selected and ready to receive information |
cell range | a group of adjacent cells (a block of cells ) |
formula | instructions for the software to preform a calculation |
function | a shortcut for a formula |