Google Sheet and Automation

Stop wrestling with spreadsheets and start making them work for you! This comprehensive course takes you from absolute beginner to confident Google Sheets user. Learn essential formulas, data organization techniques, powerful charting tools, and collaboration features to manage your data effectively for work, school, or personal projects.

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Why Master Google Sheets?

  • Organize Anything: Track budgets, plan projects, manage lists, analyze data – Sheets is your versatile organizational hub.
  • Unlock Data Insights: Go beyond simple lists with powerful formulas and functions to calculate, summarize, and analyze information.
  • Visualize Trends: Create clear, compelling charts and graphs to understand your data and communicate findings effectively.
  • Collaborate Seamlessly: Work together in real-time with colleagues, classmates, or family members on shared spreadsheets.
  • Accessible & Free: All you need is a Google account and a web browser to access this powerful tool from anywhere.

Key Skills You'll Gain

  • Navigate the Google Sheets interface with confidence.
  • Master essential formatting techniques for clarity and professionalism.
  • Utilize core functions like SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MIN, MAX, and IF statements.
  • Understand relative and absolute cell references.
  • Effectively sort and filter data to find what you need quickly.
  • Create and customize basic charts (Bar, Line, Pie).
  • Share sheets securely and collaborate using comments and suggestions.
  • Understand version history to track changes.
  • Bonus: Introduction to Data Validation and Conditional Formatting.

Course Content

Curriculum breakdown:

    • Tour of the Google Sheets Interface
    • Creating, Saving, and Opening Sheets
    • Entering & Editing Data (Text, Numbers, Dates)
    • Basic Navigation and Selection
    • Understanding Rows, Columns, and Cells
    • Font Styles, Sizes, and Colors
    • Cell Alignment and Borders
    • Number Formatting (Currency, Percentages, Dates)
    • Merging Cells & Wrapping Text
    • Using Themes & Alternating Colors
    • Writing Your First Formulas (Basic Math)
    • Understanding Cell References (Relative vs. Absolute)
    • Core Functions: SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MIN, MAX
    • Introduction to Logical Functions: IF Statements
    • Troubleshooting Common Formula Errors
    • Sorting Data (A-Z, Z-A, Custom Sorts)
    • Filtering Data to Show Specific Information
    • Freezing Panes (Headers & Columns)
    • Finding and Replacing Text
    • Introduction to Data Validation (Dropdown Lists)
    • Choosing the Right Chart Type
    • Creating Bar, Column, Line, and Pie Charts
    • Customizing Chart Titles, Labels, and Legends
    • Moving and Resizing Charts
    • Basic Chart Formatting Options
    • Sharing Sheets & Setting Permissions
    • Real-time Collaboration & Commenting
    • Using Version History to Track Changes
    • Downloading & Exporting Sheets (Excel, PDF, CSV)
    • Keyboard Shortcuts for Efficiency

What You'll Need

  • A free Google Account (like Gmail).
  • Access to a computer (Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebook) with a modern web browser (Chrome recommended).
  • A reliable internet connection.
  • Basic computer literacy (navigating websites, typing).
  • No prior spreadsheet experience is required!

Your Questions Answered

Is Google Sheets really free to use?

Yes! Google Sheets is completely free for personal use with a standard Google account. There are paid Google Workspace plans for businesses that offer additional features and administrative controls, but everything taught in this course can be done with the free version.

Do I need to know Microsoft Excel before taking this course?

Not at all! This course is designed for beginners and assumes no prior spreadsheet knowledge. If you do know Excel, you'll find many similarities, but we start from the basics of Google Sheets.

How is Google Sheets different from Microsoft Excel?

While they share many core functions, key differences include Sheets being primarily web-based (excellent for collaboration), its seamless integration with other Google services (Drive, Forms), and some variations in advanced features and function syntax. Sheets is generally considered easier for beginners and collaboration.

Can I access my Google Sheets offline?

Yes, you can enable offline access for Google Sheets (and other Google Drive files) through your Google Drive settings and by installing the Google Docs Offline Chrome extension. This allows you to view and edit your sheets even without an internet connection, syncing changes when you reconnect.

Is this course suitable if I only need spreadsheets for simple lists?

Absolutely! While we cover formulas and charts, the foundational modules on entering data, formatting, sorting, and basic organization are perfect for managing lists effectively. You can focus on the modules most relevant to your needs.

What if I miss a live session?

All live sessions are recorded and will be made available within 24 hours, so you can catch up at your own pace.

What if I miss a live session?

All live sessions are recorded and will be made available within 24 hours, so you can catch up at your own pace.

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