Explanation

• In a spreadsheet, =A1+B1 tells the program to add the values in cells A1 and B1.
• The calculated result is displayed in cell C1.
• The + operator is used for addition.

Last verified on 01-09-2026

Explanation

• In MS Excel, every formula and function starts with the equal sign (=).
• The = tells Excel that the cell contains a formula, not plain text.
• Functions such as SUM, AVERAGE, and IF also begin with =.
• Without the =, Excel treats the entry as ordinary text.

Last verified on 10-02-2026

Explanation

• Pressing F2 allows you to edit the contents or formula of the current cell in MS Excel.

Additional information:

• F4: Repeat last action / toggle absolute and relative references
• CTRL + 1: Opens Format Cells dialog
• CTRL + F: Opens Find dialog
• Works in: Excel 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, 365

Last verified on 12-03-2026

Explanation

• The active cell is the currently selected cell in a spreadsheet.
• It is usually highlighted with a heavy/thick border.
• Data entered from the keyboard is placed into the active cell.
• Only one cell is normally active at a time.

Last verified on 26-08-2026

Explanation

• Excel 2007–2026 (Default): .xlsx

Additional information:

• Excel 97–2003 (Default): .xls
• Excel Macro-Enabled Workbook: .xlsm
• Excel Binary Workbook: .xlsb
• Excel Template: .xltx

Last verified on 12-07-2026