Spreadsheets Flashcards
What are features of a spreadsheet?
Perform calculations using formulae | Producing charts | Data can be formatted | Data can be sorted and filtered
What are advantages of a spreadsheet?
Makes it easier to analyse data using IF and Pivot Tables | Calculations are more accurate allowing for better decision making | Data is automatically updated if inputs are changed | Using formatting can improve readability | Charts can help to illustrate trends and patterns visually
What is the purpose of sum?
Addition
What is the purpose of average?
Finds the mean
What is the purpose of min?
Lowest value in range of cells
What is the purpose of max?
Largest value in a range of cells
What is the purpose of count?
Counts the number of numerical cells
What is the purpose of counta?
Count the number of text cells
What is the purpose of countblank?
Counts the number of blank cells
What is the purpose of sumif?
Sums a range of cells based on a criteria
What is the purpose of countif?
Counts cells based on a criteria
What is the purpose of nested if?
Combines multiple IF statements
What is the purpose of rounding?
Rounds a decimal place
What is the purpose of vlookup?
Finds data/values vertically
What is the purpose of hlookup?
Finds data/values horizontally
What is the purpose of naming?
Gives clear and relevant labels
What is the purpose of sorting?
Organise data in a logical order to help decision making or improve readability
What is the purpose of filtering?
Displays data that meets criteria | Improves organisation, simplifies and allows for easier comparison
What is the purpose of comments?
Enables additional information to give clarification
What is the purpose of pivot tables?
Data analysis, clear ways to summarise data | Filters and calculates without complex formulas
What is the purpose of charts?
Allows visual comparison of data | allows for easier analysis/tracking of trends
What is the purpose of conditional formatting?
Enhances visually | Draws attention to key information
What is the purpose of 3D formula?
Allows calculations to be performed across multiple sheets in the same structure