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How to Use the Formula Builder in Microsoft Excel: Mac 2008

May 13, 2010 08:29 PM

Excel 2008 for Mac makes it easy to create formulas for cells. You could always do it before, but now with the new Formula Builder feature, building formulas just got one step closer to simple. The Microsoft Office for Mac team shows you just how to build formulas by using the new Formula Builder in this how-to video.

If you've ever have trouble remembering Excel functions and syntax, the Formula Builder can help you create formulas by using a simple, step-by-step approach. You can also use the Formula Builder to search for and get help on all Excel functions.

After watching this video, you'll be able to:

* Search for a function.
* Add your data to defined function arguments.
* Get help on any function.
* Copy a completed formula to other cells.
* Copy a completed formula to other cells.
* Use AutoComplete to minimize typing and syntax errors.

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