Before functions, to get an average, you would add a column of numbers; for example 10 numbers; then divide by that total (10). The AVERAGE function does that for you. So typing =AVERAGE(E2:E6 ...

This cheat sheet gets you up to speed on the features that have been introduced or changed in Microsoft 365’s Excel for Windows desktop client over the past few years.

In Excel 2007, no features or functions are where they used to be. But it’s easy to find them. Use our Excel 2007 quick reference charts for an extensive list of where to find your old friends.

B ecause Microsoft Excel has many tabs, groups, and menus on the ribbon, it can sometimes be difficult to quickly find the ...

Excel isn't the sexiest application in the world—it has an unfortunate association with the type of Milton-esque office drones we all wish we weren't. All ...

Microsoft Excel 2010 provides a formula for calculating the average value from multiple worksheets in a workbook. Before you apply this formula, check that each worksheet is formatted the same way.

Averaging values in an Excel sheet is easy. But perhaps you want to ignore zeros or include multiple sheets. Knowing how each averaging function works is the key to choosing the right one.