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ACSA - Adv. Spdsheet
ACSA - Spreadsheets: Advanced Functions and Charts
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| If Statement | conditional operators; results are returned if the data specified in an equation meets conditions set by the formula |
| Now | returns the current date |
| Days360 | calculates difference in days between two dates |
| Lookup | used for two columns |
| VLookup | used when there are more than two columns in the array |
| Validated List | drop-down list; limits data entry to specific choices programmed into the function |
| Non-Validated List | allows additional entries other than those provided in the drop-down menu |
| Count | number of cells in a range that contain numbers |
| CountA | number cells in a range that contain value or letter |
| CountIf | cells that meet a condition set forth in the formula |
| Graph | a pictorial representation of data; used in a chart |
| Chart | an enhancement of a graph that includes labels, legend information, titles, and color and adds meaning to the graph |
| Y Axis | the left vertical side of the graph; contains the numerical data |
| X Axis | the bottom horizontal side of the graph; contains the category information |
| Data Markers | used in a graph to indicate data values |
| Data Series | a collection of related values, such as one row or column from a spreadsheet |
| Gridline | a horizontal or vertical line that extends across the plot area of the graph for the purpose of adding clarification to the data |
| Plot Area | the background portion of a graph |
| Tick Mark | used in a graph to clarify data categories or values |
| Legend | an object that explains the symbols, colors, or patterns used to differentiate the data |
| Data Label | a single value or text explanation used to explain the data in a series |
| Chart Title | the main heading, which describes the purpose and content |
| X Axis Title | describes the horizontal data |
| Y Axis Title | describes the vertical data |
| Embedded Chart | one that appears on the same sheet as the spreadsheet it represents |
| Linked Chart | one that will reflect changes made to the spreadsheet it represents |
| Column Chart | used to make comparisons and generalizations about groups of data |
| Stacked Bar Chart | used to represent the sum of more than one value and compare the contribution of individuals to the whole |
| Line Chart | used to show trends or changes in data over time |
| XY Scatter Chart | used to show the correlation of two or more data sets |
| Pie Chart | used to represent the contribution of each component of one series of data to the whole |
| Exploded Pie Chart | a pie chart in which the individual components are enhanced |