Google Sheets for Beginners freeCodeCamp

Cards (172)

  • What is the difference between functions and formulas?
    Functions are predefined, formulas are custom
  • How can you navigate to a specific cell?
    By clicking or using arrow keys
  • What shortcut takes you to the top left corner of the spreadsheet?
    Control + Home
  • How do you insert a column in Google Sheets?
    Right-click and select insert column
  • What is the naming convention for a Google Sheets file?
    It is called a workbook
  • How can you rename a sheet in Google Sheets?
    Double-click the sheet name
  • What does the blue share button do?
    Allows sharing with others
  • What happens when you share a Google Sheet?
    You can control access permissions
  • What is the purpose of the table sidebar in Google Sheets?
    To select and format tables automatically
  • What are the basic navigation shortcuts in Google Sheets?
    • Control + Home: Top left corner
    • Control + End: Bottom right corner
    • Control + Arrow: Next active cell
  • What are the differences between Google Sheets and Microsoft Excel?
    • Google Sheets: Cloud-based, easy sharing
    • Microsoft Excel: Desktop application, more features
  • What are the advantages of using Google Sheets for collaboration?
    • Real-time editing
    • Easy sharing options
    • Access control for users
  • How do you delete a row in a spreadsheet?
    Right-click the row and select delete
  • What does pressing Control + A do in a spreadsheet?
    Selects everything in the sheet
  • What keys can be used to delete the contents of a cell?
    Delete button or backspace button
  • How can you paste values without formatting in Google Sheets?
    Use Control + Shift + V
  • How do you resize columns in a spreadsheet?
    Double-click the column header
  • What is the shortcut to create bold text?
    Control + B
  • What does converting a range to a table allow you to do?
    Reference items in the budget easier
  • How do you rename a table in Google Sheets?
    Double-click the table name
  • How do you lock the header row in Google Sheets?
    Drag the gray bar down in the corner
  • What is the purpose of generating fake data for the budget?
    To fill out the budget sheet
  • What site is mentioned for generating fake data?
    Macaroo
  • How do you import data from your desktop to Google Sheets?
    Select file and upload the data
  • What should you do if an extra header row appears after importing data?
    Delete the extra header row
  • How can you sort data by date in Google Sheets?
    Click the triangle in column A and sort
  • What is a function in Google Sheets?
    A built-in operation to perform calculations
  • What does the SUM function do?
    Adds values together
  • How do you use the SUM function with specific cells?
    Type =SUM and select the cells
  • What does the average function do in Google Sheets?
    Finds the numerical average of a dataset
  • How many functions are available in Google Sheets?
    Over 400 functions
  • What does the COUNT function return?
    Number of numeric values in a dataset
  • How do you reference a cell in a formula?
    Type the cell's column and row
  • What is the IF function used for?
    To perform conditional logic in formulas
  • How do you create an IF statement in Google Sheets?
    Type =IF and provide logical expression
  • What does the COUNTA function do?
    Counts all non-empty values in a range
  • How can you make a formula more user-friendly in Google Sheets?
    Reference a cell for criteria instead of hardcoding
  • How does using a cell reference improve a formula?
    It allows for dynamic updates when values change
  • What happens when you copy and paste in Google Sheets?
    It may bring in unwanted formatting
  • Why is formatting important in spreadsheets?
    It improves readability and organization