PARTS OF THE EXCEL INTERFACE

• *THE OTHER COMMANDS ARE SIMILAR AS FROM THE WORD INTERFACE.
• The Name Box displays the location, or name, of a selected cell.
• In the Formula Bar, you can enter or edit data, a formula, or a function that will appear in a specific cell.
• A cell is the intersection of a row and a column. Simply click to select a cell.
• A row is a group of cells that runs from the left of the page to the right. In Excel, rows are identified by numbers.
• Each workbook holds one or more worksheets. Click the tabs to switch between them, or right-click for more options.
• A column is a group of cells that runs from the top of the page to the bottom. In Excel, columns are identified by letters.
• In comparing between MS Word and MS Excel;

  MS Excel is designed for...

  > numerical data and calculations

  > grid-based interface

  While MS Word is designed for...

  > textual content and document formatting

  > page-based interface.
• Similarities between MS Excel and MS Word, on the other hand;

  > both are core components of the Microsoft Office Suite

  > both support the creation and insertion of hyperlinks

  > both allow for collaboration.