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How to manage Add-ins

Some function in Excel is available only when the add-in is installed. For example, Solver or the Analysis group is not available in standard ribbons; you need to install the add-in before you can use it. See also Using Solver.

How to add the Developer tab in Excel

Enable the Developer tab in Excel to manage Excel add-ins, create and run recorded macros, or VBA applications with Microsoft Office programs in 3 simple steps.

Opening workbooks automatically

If you work with the same workbooks every day, it will be helpful to open specific workbook files automatically whenever you start Excel. Any workbooks placed in the XLStart folder open automatically.

Center text across multiple columns

You can make a worksheet more visually appealing and more comfortable to read by centering text across multiple columns. Often you do this by merging and centering the merged cells, but it is not the only option.

How to insert cell content to the shape

If you create a chart or diagram in Excel with shapes, you might need to update the shape text automatically depending on the value in a particular cell.

How to change columns to rows and vice versa

In some cases, you may want to change columns and rows in your data range for a more convenient and impressive view. Excel proposes a fast and simple way to change columns and rows in the data range.

How to count cells by criteria

Use COUNTIF if you need to sum values for a particular person or another criterion.

How to sum cells by criteria

Use SUMIF if you need to sum values for a particular person or another criterion.

Hide formulas from appearing in the edit bar

You can usually view formulas in an Excel cell when the cell is selected, but you can protect a spreadsheet by hiding the formulas in some cells.

How to add elbow to the table

This tip describes how to place into one cell both column and row header known as an elbow.