1.1: Identifying Parts of a Spreadsheet
In this section, we identify the important features of a spreadsheet. When we open a spreadsheet program, we see a worksheet. A worksheet is simply the spreadsheet you use to enter and manipulate your data. A spreadsheet is a grid of rows and columns. Across the top of the spreadsheet, you will see letters to mark the columns. Down the left hand side of the spreadsheet, you will see numbers to mark the rows.
Each block in the spreadsheet is called a cell. The cell is defined by its column letter and row number. For example, the cell in the top left hand corner of a spreadsheet is A1, because it is in column A and row 1 of the spreadsheet.
Watch this video to learn how to input data into the cells of a spreadsheet. The presenter also mentions why you should consistently save your work.
This video discusses the structure of spreadsheets. The presenter also describes how to use formulas to perform calculations, which we explore in more detail in Unit 2.