Unit 3 Flashcards
What are the features to analyse and interpret data? (In Exel)
- Sub-total
- Total
- Sort
- Filter
- Count
What are pivot tables?
Pivot tables are powerful tools in data analysis and reporting that summaries, analyse and visualise data efficiently
What are the 6 functions of pivot tables?
- Data summarisation
- Grouping and categorisation
- Dynamic Filtering
- Sort
- Calculations and formulas
- Data visualisation
What are the uses in pivot tables in automation?
> Automated reporting
Data analysis
Data cleaning and transportation
Interactive dashboard
Data consolidation
What is the definition of a lookup table?
They are tables used to store and retrieve data efficiently. They provide a structured way to look at data from a specific column or row based on their key value
What are the 2 types of lookup tables
VLOOKUP
HLOOKUP
What is power query?
It is a data connection technology that enables you to import, transform, and automate data processing
What are the uses of power query?
> Import data
Edit a query
Load data imported
Combine data imported from different files