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Spreadsheet Basics
Term | Definition |
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Active cell | The cell in the worksheet in which you can type data. |
Active worksheet | The worksheet that is displayed in the work area. |
Cell | The intersection of a row and a column. |
Cell reference | Identifies the cell, and is formed by combining the cell's column letter and row number. |
Column | Appears vertically and is identified by letters at the top of the worksheet window. |
Formula | An equation that calculates a new value from values currently in a worksheet. |
Formula Bar | Appears to the right of the Name Box and displays a formula when the cell of a worksheet contains a calculated value. |
Landscape orientation | A page turned so that its longer side is at top. |
Portrait orientation | A page turned so that its shorter side is at top. |
Range | A group of selected cells. |
Row | Appears horizontally and is identified by numbers on the left side of the worksheet window. |
Sheet tab | Tab at the bottom of the worksheet window that displays the name of the worksheet. |
Spreadsheet | A grid of rows and columns in which you enter text, numbers, and the results of calculations. |
Workbook | The file used to store worksheets. |
Worksheet | A computerized spreadsheet. |