1. CPSC 203 Introduction to Computers T43, T46 & T68 TA: Jie (Jeff) Gao

2. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao2 Excel – Formulas Formulas are calculation expressions Starts with a “=” The formula expression is shown in the formula bar but the formula result is shown in worksheet Examples

3. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao3 Excel – Functions Functions are predefined formulas They are organized in categories Use the “Paste function” button or “Insert  Function” menu –Choose function –Provide arguments Input by hand Pick by mouse

4. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao4 Show Formulas By default the spreadsheets only show formula results Formula expressions can be shown in spreadsheets –Menu Tools  Options, View tab, check option Formulas –Uncheck it to return to formula result view

5. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao5 Excel – Useful Functions Statistical –Min, Max, Average Mathematical –Sum Date and time –Now More …

6. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao6 Excel – Cell References Range –Named by the cells on upper left and lower right corners –Custom names can be provided in the name box Relative Absolute –Use “$” to indicate absolute references

7. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao7 Excel – Chart Wizard “Insert Chart” button or “Insert  Chart” menu 4 steps –Select chart type –Define source data and series –Chart options: labels, legend and axes –Create chart as: object or sheet

8. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao8 Excel – Tricks in Chart Wizard Select source data range before starting the wizard Specify the series names and labels by cell references Make use of the preview

9. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao9 Excel – Modify Charts Text elements: Use the format buttons directly Size and position: Use handles to adjust Other appearance: Right click and use “Format …” menu The 4 steps of chart wizard also have corresponding menu items

10. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao10 Excel – Page Setup Each worksheet has separate page setups Paper size, orientation, margin Header and footer Show gridlines or not Print preview

11. 25 January 2005CPSC 203 Tutorials by Jie Gao11 Assignment 1 Remember: it contains 3 parts It is not required to fit the spreadsheets into single pages Make sure you have your official name and tutorial section number on the pages –A cover page is not required for this assignment