Here are some tips for data entry and formatting in Excel:
- Enter data Select a cell, start typing, and press Enter to complete the entry. You can also use the Tab key to move to the next column.
Format data
Select a cell or cell range, right-click, and select Format cells. You can format numbers as general, number, currency, or accounting.
Format numbers as text
To format numbers as text, select an empty cell, click the arrow next to the Number Format box, and click Text.
Use the autofill handle
Place the mouse pointer over the green autofill handle, click and hold, and drag down the spreadsheet. Excel will automatically extend the pattern.
Create a data entry form
You can create a data entry form with buttons for navigating to the next or previous field, and saving and starting a new record. You can also use data validation to limit user input to a specific data type.
Use Pivot Tables
Pivot Tables can help you summarize and analyze large amounts of data. You can use them to create charts and graphs, and to clean and filter data.
