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About Microsoft Excel
Data analysis solution that helps businesses manage spreadsheets, create graphs/charts, perform calculations, share projects, and more.
It's versatile functionality and data handling is best in class. It's online help and a huge user community makes it easy to learn and collaborate.
I struggled to do use the different settings. I had trouble with printing everything correctly but it was mostly user error.
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The Most Practical Data Management Software
Comments: I started working with excel years ago. The practicality of this software is quite amazing. No matter what level of data entry or spreadsheet building you are, you can easily start entering, organizing, managing and storing data. Whenever I am working on any project, business or personal, or even doing daily tasks such a planning a trip, I like to have all my data in front of me and Excel makes it easily possible. As my fluency with data entry and analytics grew, I learned more and more features of Excel. I still like to watch tutorials and learn more about it. Excel also has so many cool shortcuts that can save you quite a bit of time and allow multitasking. It takes productivity to a whole new level. I also love the graphs. There are so many options for creating graphs and visualizing data that come handy during presentations.
Pros:
My favorite feature of Excel is the beautiful graphs and data visualization tools. You can create graphs really fast with correct data entry.
Cons:
There is a learning curve to master working with Excel. I like to learn new features and do different things on its workspace. I wish Excel provided their own tutorial.
Easy, beginner friendly and powerful
Comments: It is beginner-friendly. This tool would be the first step in getting familiar with data analysis. But it can't do powerful complex processing but works well for daily tasks and small datasets.
Pros:
Its interface is one of the best. It is not very overwhelming, I have been using this since I was in school and even back then I had no issue using it. It's recent Python integration has been good so far. The best part is that it automatically suggests to me the best graphs, charts, and pivot tables for data analytics and past saved formats. It really is a great beginner tool and a one-stop solution. It has become a tool I go to for most of the things.
Cons:
It really lags and even freezes in cases of large datasets. Even with VBA, it still needs improvement. It is a little bit basic when you compare it to other data visualization tools.

great if you know how to use it
Comments: I'm of the generation where Excel is a synonym with Spreadsheet. I'ts ovrall a vry complete and useful tool however it's not very intuitive and it takes a good deal of time and effort to bring a newbie up to speed and have them able to succesfully use it.
Pros:
It's a very complete tool. If you know how to use it, it can really be a great asset
Cons:
I's very convoluted and sometimes the help-instructions are not clear. You need a good level of proficiency and a good memory in order to be able to use it well.
Microsoft Excellent
Comments: My overall experience with Microsoft Excel has been extremely positive. It has allowed me to create job total cost sheets and track individual job profits with ease and also saves time. It is also very convenient that it is integrated into other programs that I use, such as Quickbooks Online where I can export lists and reports to create my excel sheets. This has been a life-saver at work and I know I have only just touched the surface of the available features this program has to offer.
Pros:
Microsoft Excel is an astounding program that has so many useful charting features to keep my work organized and my progress clearly laid out. I like the sheer magnitude of options this program allows you to use to create custom sheets.
Cons:
The only thing I can think of that I like least about Excel is just that I occasionally run out of memory when I have multiple large files open and working on at once.
Very useful
Comments: A very useful tool to use for many different calculations with the ability to protect certain parts from errors
Pros:
It is possible to do many calculations that you would have tjought were impossible to do automatically
Cons:
Some of the calculations are very complicated and it can take a while to get to grips with it
Excel Review
Comments: Overall Excel is my preferred spreadsheet system, I use this platform almost daily for work and personal agendas.
Pros:
The universal adoption of excel makes this my preferred method of sharing structuring information and managing logistics. I love the collaboration aspects and ease of adoption.
Cons:
I think that when working with larger data sets in a data analysis context this is an inferior product to other offerings. Additionally, the differences between Macbook excel and windows is absurd and adds to user confusion. I highly wish that excel has universal shortcuts and additional extensions for Mac Excel.
Experience
Comments: Very well experience in written and very good in retail world
Pros:
Excel making very good sheets for me in my corporate world and I'm using in my daily work
Cons:
Excel takes very long time to take load sheets for read and write
If you know how to use it, Excel does any job well
Comments: There's a lot I don't know how to do, but for what I need it to do it works well for me.
Pros:
There's a wide variety of what you can do in the program. I mainly use it for bookkeeping/accounting purposes, but I have also made invoices in it as well which has been easy to do.
Cons:
Without some templates to go by, I would be lost on how to do a lot of things in Excel. There should be a quick tutorial included, but you can find most help on Youtube

Microsoft Excel Review
Comments: Overall it is a very positive experience
Pros:
The functionality is strong, i chose it of numbers in the mac environment and in the PC work environment is is really the best choice for workbooks. It also works seemlessly (mostly) in the full office suite so moving between it, PPT and Word for reporting and presentations allows me to keep my excel work product in tact with one point of review and adjustment when required
Cons:
it can crash in large formula design i have lost work previously when cells with large functions just stop working - if it gets to complex the file sizes get overwhelming, which can make multi workbook analysis problematic

All Rounder Excel
Comments: The overall experience with Microsoft Excel was the best because of its regular updates and convenient use. Every complex data was bought down into simplier one making audit work easy.
Pros:
The thing which I liked the most about Microsoft Excel that this software is not useful only to working class or business people but it suits to all kinds of individuals for various purposes like for students for making notes, for businesses tracking and generating reports. Simplification and presentation of complex data in legible form. From audit perspective excel is everything for auditor, every work we do will be almost in excel.
Cons:
Integration with AI and python is what I expect from Excel for increasing the quality of our work. This feature should be bought in better way. It can't handle too much data in sheet, takes time to process.
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The Standard Spreadsheet, But Needs to Change with the Time
Comments: Microsoft Excel is a great product that is limited by accessibility.
Pros:
I love spreadsheets and Microsoft Excel set the standard for spreadsheets.
Cons:
While I have used Microsoft Excel for years, they have not kept up with the changing landscape of team work on the cloud. I need my spreadsheets to be fully accessible in real time by my whole team.
Workplace Essential
Pros:
It is endlessly customizable. It's obviously great at calculations and typical data analytics, but is also a wonderful project management tool and, with some creativity, can be used in live presentations.
Cons:
I wish there was more in-depth help within excel when your formula isn't formatted correctly. There are lots of resources online and Microsoft's website, but you have to leave the application.
Microsoft Excel is an essential tool in my work toolbox
Comments: I've been using Excel for 35 years and have found it an essential tool. It isn't just for tracking numbers. It makes your data more useable.
Pros:
Excel has powerful features. For beginners, the basic features are easy to learn. For people with more advanced needs, the power of Excel makes life a lot easier.
Cons:
I use the 365 version and I wish that the online and desktop versions were more similar.
It's no wonder they named it Excel, because that's exactly what it does
Comments: Overall my experience with Excel has been a positive one. My understanding of how to utilize certain functions and formulas has saved me time, increased my productivity, and advanced my professional career.
Pros:
What I like most about Excel is that it is an extremely versatile software and is useful for any skill level. Those with limited experience will find value in the ability to make sort-able lists or to store numerical values that they can do simple equations on. Beyond Excel's most basic functions - the sky is the limit. There are so many efficiencies that Excel can help to facilitate, and the functions that can utilized are more plentiful than one can imagine. Users can write "formulas" that will take data from other cells and manipulate that data into something more useful. You can turn your data set into a chart so you can easily visualize the information. You can use the PivotTable function to quickly take a data set and create a table of information where you can easily change the variable you want to analyze. You can instruct an Excel file to pull data from an online source to automatically keep your data set current. You can even write a type of program within the Excel software called a macro. A macro can do all sorts of things but is primarily utilized to automate step by step tasks that are necessary to complete on a recurring basis. A macro is essentially a way to let the software do the boring repetitive work for you. If you have a set of data and there is something you want to do with it there IS a way to do that in Excel. You might not know how to create the formula on your own, and you may not even imagine that a formula could possibly accomplish what you are wanting to do, but there is. You may have to combine a could of steps to get the result you want, but if you can see the value in doing more work in the present for less work in the future then spending some time perfecting things will save you so much time going forward. If you encounter a problem and you don't know where to start or what the correct formula is - just use a search engine and type your question in and hit search. There are an abundance of video tutorials and message board postings from other users who have already solved the problem you are trying to figure out.
Cons:
My qualms with Excel are mostly superficial in nature. Sometimes changing the axis value on a chart can be confusing. If you have numbers entered into a cells that is a cell for a date or text it will display differently than you want so you have to go and adjust it. Importing data from a source that isn't designed to import to Excel is very hit or miss. However, none of the Cons even begin to sway me away from the Pros

Excel is indispensable and one of the basics of practical, academic and professional life.
Comments: My comprehensive experience with the program lasted for several years and was generally positive, as the program provides many tools and features that help in managing and analyzing data efficiently, whether in a personal, academic, or professional context. The continuous updates made to the program ensure continuous improvement of performance and the addition of new features that meet the changing needs of users. I use the program in my daily life to manage personal budgets, track expenses, and create spreadsheets to organize personal information such as lists of things to do and appointment schedules. I've also used it to create shopping lists and track spending to help with daily planning and personal management. This software for me is an essential thing in my life that I can never do without. I would like to express my thanks to the work team working on developing the program and thank them for the benefit they provide to people through this great work.
Pros:
I liked many positives about this program, including its ability to adapt to different uses and needs, as well as its effectiveness in transforming data into valuable information through powerful analysis and visualization tools. In addition, this program integrates well with the rest of the Microsoft ecosystem, which enhances productivity and facilitates collaboration, and provides multiple options for protecting files including passwords and specifying access permissions, ensuring the security of sensitive data. Despite its power, it features a relatively simple and easy-to-learn user interface, making it an effective tool for both beginners and professionals.
Cons:
Most of the drawbacks of this software can be effectively dealt with through proper training and taking full advantage of its features, or using other software solutions or techniques in case of urgent need.
My Honest Review-Microsoft Excel
Comments: Microsoft Excel is a great tool overall. It has been a great tool to organize information in a work environment. The icons at the top of the excel files make it easy to create and edit information.
Pros:
Using Microsoft Excel, makes it easy to organize things for my work environment. It is easy to save and find those items that are readily used at the top of the spreadsheet for everyday usage.
Cons:
There are templates but I don't feel the templates have enough choices. For instance, I was looking for a calendar that had weekly dates and daily times that I could customize for daily 24-hour periods but there was none. If it was there in the choices, I really could not find it, and I ended up using different software in order to create the schedule I needed. I wanted to create my own calendar but could not. Anytime I want to try to create something new in excel, it becomes a challenge as a beginner user. The help function is at times not user friendly for beginners. I usually would have to ask a coworker for assistance or go through multiple YouTube feeds to get an understanding of tasks I want to learn quickly. In the case of the calendar, the help function seemed to only refer me to templates based on the drop-down choices.

Love excel
Pros:
I like how i can easily create,edit and share any kind of spreadsheet or chart that i create.
Cons:
I actually have one thing i don't like and that is the fact it does glitch occasionally and kick you out but none of the info is lost so you don't have to start over.
Exceptional Tool
Comments: My overall experience with Microsoft Excel has been exceptionally favourable.
Pros:
Microsoft Excel is renowned for its versatility and robust capabilities.
Cons:
One aspect of Microsoft Excel that I find most challenging is its intricacy when handling extensive datasets or utilizing more advanced functionalities.
Microsoft Excel - Review
Pros:
I appreciate Microsoft Excel for its powerful data analysis and visualization capabilities. The ability to create complex formulas, pivot tables, and dynamic charts makes it an essential tool for managing and interpreting large datasets. Excel's versatility in handling diverse tasks—from simple calculations to advanced financial modeling—combined with its extensive range of functions, makes it incredibly valuable for both personal and professional use.
Cons:
What I like least about Microsoft Excel is how tricky it can be to learn the advanced features. Basic stuff is pretty straightforward, but when you get into complex formulas and macros, it can get pretty confusing. Also, working with huge datasets can sometimes make Excel lag or even crash. And collaborating with others isn't always smooth, especially when multiple people try to edit the same spreadsheet at once.
I wish everyone loved Excel as much as I do
Pros:
The Windows desktop version of Excel is easily the best and most powerful spreadsheet software ever created. I am not a big fan of the online version, and the Mac version is a little goofy.
Cons:
Just the learning curve. I love learning new things in Excel and there is no end to what you can learn, and Google is a great tool to quickly find out how to accomplish your idea. But most users can only do basic things in Excel and it is hard to do much advanced spreadsheet work in a collaborative environment if others are not fluent.
Microsoft Excel is best software for handling very large database
Comments: i am using this software from 2024 and i am in the love with Microsoft excel, this software has changed my life, now i am analyzing the large database of our company within seconds and able to add the insights from the data. also it is helping me to find and remove the duplicate entries from the databases. There is no other software in the market to compete with this software and by using this i saved 40-50 hours per week minimum and increased my efficiency by 5x.
Pros:
All features are very good in the Microsoft excel but i liked the function of adding the formulas to large database and creating pivot tables, sorting our the numbers based on required parameters, and v lookup functionality is very good
Cons:
the software interface looks like very old, they need to improve the interface only, rest all features are the best
Excel to the rescue!
Comments: Overall, we can't recommend it enough. Dealing with numbers every hour of every day, Excel is the backbone of the company and we couldn't be happier with it.
Pros:
Microsoft Excel is such a functional tool that meets a multitude of needs within our coop. From graphs/visual presentations regarding rates to easily formatting and summarizing loads of accounting data, the coop could not function without it.
Cons:
There are so many different tools, but if you don't know how to use them, it doesn't do you a lot of good. It would be great if eventually there were to be an AI addition that can scan your data and suggest methods to fix, organize or update your data and how to do it in the most efficient manner.
The best spreadsheet tool now
Comments: I've used Excel for some simple calculations, data cleaning and summary tables, as well as for pivot tables, complex analyses etc. And it works really great as long as your dataset isn't too large.
Pros:
As for now, the best spreadsheet tool with lots of additional features, such as visualizations, macros, compability with other Office software, and many others (AI, Python, DAX).
Cons:
It is easy to start with this tool but gets challenging really fast if you want to do something more complex - you need to learn lots of formulas and shortcuts and they are often not that intuitive.

Best spreadsheet software available.
Comments: My overall experience is great. The morew advanced I become as a user the more I like the product!
Pros:
It's widely used and widely known. There are tons of tips, tricks and how to's available online.
Cons:
Nothing really. It does everything we need it to do.
Microsoft Excel Multifunctional Application
Comments: Overall Excel is multifunctional. I enjoy using Microsoft Excel daily to accomplish my day-to-day activities.
Pros:
I love that I am able to track matters and create Pivot tables at the end of each month to capture relevant data.
Cons:
Sometimes my Excel sheet is unable to close. Not sure of the reason.