Lesson 4.1: Spreadsheet Basics and Cell Operations
A Spreadsheet is a software used to store, organize, and calculate data in tabular form — using rows and columns. It is widely used in offices, accounts, data analysis, and reports.
Popular spreadsheet software:
-
Microsoft Excel
-
LibreOffice Calc
-
Google Sheets (online)
🟩 Spreadsheet Layout:
-
Workbook: A file that contains one or more sheets
-
Worksheet: A single sheet within the workbook
-
Rows: Horizontal lines (numbered: 1, 2, 3…)
-
Columns: Vertical lines (labeled: A, B, C…)
-
Cell: The box formed at the intersection of a row and column
-
Each cell has a cell address, like A1, B3, C5
-
🧩 Basic Cell Operations:
-
Select a Cell: Click on it
-
Enter Data: Type numbers, text, or formulas
-
Edit Data: Click on the cell and press F2 or double-click
-
Clear Data: Select cell → press Delete
-
Select Multiple Cells: Click and drag or hold Shift key
Knowing how to use spreadsheets and perform basic cell operations is the first step toward working efficiently with data.
