Yes, completely free. You get full access to every lesson and a certificate at no cost once you finish.

Is this course suitable for someone who has never used Excel?

Yes, this course was built specifically for beginners. It starts from the very basics of opening and navigating Excel, so no prior experience is needed.

Do I need Excel installed to take this course?

Having access to Excel through Microsoft 365 will help you practice alongside the lessons, but the course explains everything clearly enough that you can follow along even without immediate access.

What will I learn in the very first lesson?

Lesson 01 focuses on getting started with Excel, covering how to open the application, navigate workbooks and worksheets, and understand the basic layout before moving into anything more advanced.

Will I learn formulas in this course?

Yes, Lesson 03 covers basic computations and formulas, providing a foundation for using Excel for simple calculations and data analysis.

Does this course cover formatting?

Yes, Lesson 02 is dedicated to formatting Excel sheets, covering fonts, styles, borders, and alignment so your spreadsheets look clean and professional.

Does this course cover Google Sheets?

Yes, Lesson 04 introduces Google Spreadsheet and shows you how it compares to Excel as a free, cloud-based alternative.

What is the difference between a workbook and a worksheet?

A workbook is the entire Excel file, while a worksheet is a single tab or sheet within that file. Lesson 01 covers this distinction clearly as part of the basic navigation introduction.

Can I use this course if I only plan to use Google Sheets?

Yes, the Excel fundamentals taught here transfer directly to Google Sheets since both tools share very similar logic, layout, and formula structures.

How long does this course take?

The course lasts approximately one hour and is fully self-paced, so you can complete it whenever it suits you.

Is there a certificate?

Yes, you receive a free certificate upon completion that you can add to your resume or LinkedIn profile.

Can I access this on my phone?

Yes, the course is accessible on any device, so you can learn wherever is convenient for you.

Will this course help me with a job that requires Excel?

Yes, this course gives you the foundational comfort with Excel that most entry-level job descriptions expect, especially for administrative, data-entry, and office-support roles.

Is there a fixed deadline to finish this course?

No, the course is entirely self-paced with no deadlines, so you can take as long as you need to complete each lesson comfortably.

What should I learn after completing this course?

A more advanced Excel course covering functions, PivotTables, and dashboards is the natural next step once you are comfortable with the basics covered here.

Introduction to Microsoft Excel Course

Beginner Level

In this introduction to Microsoft Excel course, you will learn the basics of Excel, including worksheets, formulas, functions, data entry, formatting, charts, and essential shortcuts. This course helps beginners build strong spreadsheet skills for data analysis, reporting, and office productivity, making you job-ready with practical hands-on Excel knowledge.

Skills you will learn

Getting Started with Excel and Basic Navigation
Formatting Excel Sheets
Performing Calculations and Computations in Excel
Introduction to Google Spreadsheet

Who should learn

Beginners
Students
Fresh Graduates
Office Professionals
Administrative Assistants
Business Analysts

What you will learn

Introduction to Microsoft Excel Course
- Lesson 01: Getting Started with Excel
  10:20
  - 1.01 Introduction
    01:05
  - 1.02 Introduction to Microsoft Excel
    02:03
  - 1.03 Workbook and Worksheet
    02:28
  - 1.04 Adding and Managing Worksheets
    02:34
  - 1.05 Opening, Saving, and Closing a Workbook
    02:10
- Lesson 02: Formatting Excel Sheets
  22:20
  - 2.01 Rows and Columns in Worksheet
    02:42
  - 2.02 Entering and Deleting Data
    02:19
  - 2.03 Copying and Pasting Data
    02:33
  - 2.04 Understanding Worksheets
  - 2.05 Formatting Numbers and Date
    02:59
  - 2.06 Applying Cell Borders and Shadows
    02:38
  - 2.07 Adjusting Column Width and Row Heights
    02:18
  - 2.08 Working with Worksheet
  - 2.09 Sorting Data in Excel
    01:54
  - 2.10 Filtering Data Using AutoFilter
    02:38
  - 2.11 Applying Custom Filters
    02:19
- Lesson 03: Computations on Excels
  13:56
  - 3.01 Understanding Basic Formulas and Functions
    02:55
  - 3.02 Understanding Simple Arithmetic Operators
    02:33
  - 3.03 Working with Formula
  - 3.04 Inserting Charts
    02:28
  - 3.05 Setting Print Area and Page Orientation
    02:01
  - 3.06 Adjusting Margins and Scaling
    02:10
  - 3.07 Exploring Printing and Preview Options
    01:49
  - 3.08 Creating a Report
- Lesson 04: Introduction to Google Spreadsheet
  02:54
  - 4.01 Introduction to Google Sheets
    01:43
  - 4.02 Working with Google Spreadhseet
  - 4.03 Quick Recap
    01:11

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FAQs

Is this course free?
Yes, completely free. You get full access to every lesson and a certificate at no cost once you finish.
Is this course suitable for someone who has never used Excel?
Yes, this course was built specifically for beginners. It starts from the very basics of opening and navigating Excel, so no prior experience is needed.
Do I need Excel installed to take this course?
Having access to Excel through Microsoft 365 will help you practice alongside the lessons, but the course explains everything clearly enough that you can follow along even without immediate access.
What will I learn in the very first lesson?
Lesson 01 focuses on getting started with Excel, covering how to open the application, navigate workbooks and worksheets, and understand the basic layout before moving into anything more advanced.
Will I learn formulas in this course?
Yes, Lesson 03 covers basic computations and formulas, providing a foundation for using Excel for simple calculations and data analysis.
Does this course cover formatting?
Yes, Lesson 02 is dedicated to formatting Excel sheets, covering fonts, styles, borders, and alignment so your spreadsheets look clean and professional.
Does this course cover Google Sheets?
Yes, Lesson 04 introduces Google Spreadsheet and shows you how it compares to Excel as a free, cloud-based alternative.
What is the difference between a workbook and a worksheet?
A workbook is the entire Excel file, while a worksheet is a single tab or sheet within that file. Lesson 01 covers this distinction clearly as part of the basic navigation introduction.
Can I use this course if I only plan to use Google Sheets?
Yes, the Excel fundamentals taught here transfer directly to Google Sheets since both tools share very similar logic, layout, and formula structures.
How long does this course take?
The course lasts approximately one hour and is fully self-paced, so you can complete it whenever it suits you.
Is there a certificate?
Yes, you receive a free certificate upon completion that you can add to your resume or LinkedIn profile.
Can I access this on my phone?
Yes, the course is accessible on any device, so you can learn wherever is convenient for you.
Will this course help me with a job that requires Excel?
Yes, this course gives you the foundational comfort with Excel that most entry-level job descriptions expect, especially for administrative, data-entry, and office-support roles.
Is there a fixed deadline to finish this course?
No, the course is entirely self-paced with no deadlines, so you can take as long as you need to complete each lesson comfortably.
What should I learn after completing this course?
A more advanced Excel course covering functions, PivotTables, and dashboards is the natural next step once you are comfortable with the basics covered here.