Much of the data that you use Excel to analyze comes in a list form. You might need to sort the data, filter it, sum it, and perhaps even chart it. Excel tables provide superior tools for working with ...

Nothing ruins a workflow like inserting new data and realizing your Excel table isn’t big enough. I used to drag those edges constantly—until I learned this simple trick that makes my tables expand on ...

What’s the difference between a table and a range of columns and rows on an Excel spreadsheet? How do I create and populate tables? And, once a table is created, how do we custom filter, format, and ...

Traditional methods for creating dynamic drop-down lists in Excel, such as using INDIRECT or named ranges, often come with significant limitations. These approaches can break when tables are renamed, ...

Pivot tables generate great reports in Microsoft Excel, but adding a filter or two can make them even more flexible. Here’s how. Pivot tables in Microsoft Excel are a great way to organize and analyze ...

Many Excel tools are optional extras, but these six are essentials I rely on in every workbook.

Learn how to transform an Excel table into a live, interactive website with a searchable directory and visual dashboard ...

Move beyond the basics of sums and averages. These tips open up all kinds of opportunities for working with spreadsheet data. Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Sept. 2012 and the ...