Explanation

• AVERAGE is the built-in Excel function used to calculate the arithmetic mean.
• It adds the values and divides their sum by the number of values.
• Example: =AVERAGE(A1:A5) calculates the average of cells A1 through A5.

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Explanation

• The SUM function adds all numerical values in a specified range.
• =SUM(A1:A5) adds the values in cells A1, A2, A3, A4, and A5.

Additional information:

• SUM — Calculates total
• AVERAGE — Calculates average
• MAX — Finds maximum value
• MIN — Finds minimum value
• COUNT — Counts numerical cells

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Explanation

• To add the values in A1 and A2, enter =A1+A2.
• In Excel, the plus (+) operator is used to add values from cells.
• Excel calculates the result automatically.
• The SUM function can also be used: =SUM(A1,A2).

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Explanation

• To add a new row, right-click the row number where you want the new row.
• Select Insert from the context menu.
• Excel inserts a new row above the selected row.
• You can also use Home → Insert → Insert Sheet Rows.

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Explanation

• Excel's Fill Handle recognizes common series such as months.
• When Jan is entered and the Fill Handle is dragged, Excel automatically continues the series.
• The resulting cells will contain Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, ...
• This feature saves time when creating sequential data.

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Explanation

• Freeze Panes is available under the View tab in MS Excel.
• It keeps selected rows or columns visible while scrolling through a worksheet.
• It is especially useful for large worksheets with headings.
• You can freeze the top row, first column, or selected rows/columns.

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Explanation

• In MS Excel, numbers are right-aligned automatically by default.
• Text is generally left-aligned automatically.
• Right alignment makes numerical values easier to compare and calculate.
• Users can change the alignment using the Alignment options.

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Explanation

• In MS Excel, hold the Ctrl key while selecting cells to select multiple nonadjacent cells or ranges.
• This allows you to select separate cells without selecting the cells between them.

Additional information:

• Shift is generally used to select a continuous range.

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Explanation

• The SUM function in MS Excel is used to add numbers from selected cells or ranges (e.g., =SUM(A1:A5)).
• It is one of the most commonly used functions for quick total calculations in spreadsheets.

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Explanation

To calculate the average in Excel, you can use the AVERAGE function: 

• Formula =AVERAGE(number1, [number2], …) 
• Arguments: Number1 is required, and Number2 is optional 
• Example =AVERAGE(A1:A20) returns the average of the numbers in the range A1:A20

Last verified on 10-08-2026