10 Hidden Features in Microsoft Excel You Need to Know

TLDRDiscover 10 hidden features in Microsoft Excel that are incredibly useful but not widely known. Learn how to use the camera tool, import data from a website using Power Query, create 3D references, and more. Customize your Excel experience and become an Excel expert with these hidden features.

Key insights

📷The camera tool allows you to take a snapshot of specific cells and keep track of them as images.

🌐Power Query enables you to import data and tables from websites and keep it up to date automatically.

📚3D References let you reference the same cell coordinate across multiple sheets for calculations and summaries.

🔍Go To Special is a powerful tool for selecting and manipulating specific types of cells, such as blank cells.

🔒Enable circular references to allow formulas that reference themselves or values that feed into themselves.

Q&A

How do I add the camera tool to the Excel ribbon?

Right-click on the ribbon, select 'Customize the Ribbon,' create a new tab, and add the camera tool to the custom group.

Can I import data from any website using Power Query?

Yes, as long as the website allows data access, you can import tables and data from any website.

What are some other ways to get data using Power Query?

There are various methods, such as connecting to databases, importing data from CSV files, and even scraping data from web pages.

Why would I want to enable circular references?

Circular references can be useful in certain scenarios, such as iterative calculations or scenarios where feedback is needed.

What types of cells can I select using Go To Special?

Go To Special allows you to select blank cells, cells with constant values, cells with formulas, and more.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introduction and overview of the video's content. The hidden features in Microsoft Excel will be explored in detail.

00:22The camera tool allows you to take a snapshot of specific cells and keep track of them as images.

01:24Power Query enables you to import data and tables from websites and keep it up to date automatically.

02:363D References let you reference the same cell coordinate across multiple sheets for calculations and summaries.

03:18Go To Special is a powerful tool for selecting and manipulating specific types of cells, such as blank cells.

05:47Enable circular references to allow formulas that reference themselves or values that feed into themselves.

09:32Quick overview of other hidden features in Excel, including Conditional Formatting and Sparklines.

14:34Tips for applying changes to multiple sheets at once and exploring advanced formula auditing features.

15:41Conclusion and call-to-action, inviting viewers to like, subscribe, and check out other related videos.