How to work on Google Sheets Part 1

By Fares Solution, 30 November, 2023

Google Sheets is a powerful cloud-based spreadsheet tool that allows users to create, edit, and collaborate on spreadsheets in real-time. With its user-friendly interface and robust features, it provides an efficient platform for various spreadsheet tasks.

Create a New Sheet:

  1. Open your web browser and navigate to Google Sheets.

  2. Click on the "+" button to create a new sheet.

  3. The new sheet will open in a new tab, ready for you to start working.

Open Excel Sheet:

  1. On the Google Sheets homepage, click on "File."

  2. Select "Open."

  3. Choose "Upload" to open an Excel sheet from your device.

  4. Alternatively, select "Sheets" to open a Google Sheets file.

New and Navigate Sheets - Left to Right:

  1. To add a new sheet, click on the "+" icon at the bottom of the screen.

  2. Navigate between sheets by clicking on the sheet tabs at the bottom.

  3. The default direction is left-to-right, but you can change it by clicking on "Right-to-left" if needed.

Saved to Drive:

  1. Google Sheets automatically saves your work to Google Drive.

  2. Look for "Saved to Drive" at the top to confirm your changes are saved.

Move to New Folder:

  1. Click on "File" and then "Move."

  2. Choose an existing folder or create a new one.

  3. Enter the folder name and click "Move" to organize your files.

Star the File:

  1. Click on the star icon next to the file name to mark it as a favorite.

  2. Starred files are easily accessible in Google Drive.

Share the File:

  1. Click on "Share" in the top-right corner.

  2. Enter email addresses or copy the link to share with others.

  3. Set permissions for viewing or editing as needed.

Insert Comment:

  1. Select the cell where you want to add a comment.

  2. Click on "Insert" in the menu.

  3. Choose "Comment" and type your comment.

  4. Others can reply, facilitating collaboration.

Format:

  1. Use the toolbar to format text, numbers, and cells.

  2. Change font, size, style, and cell background color.

  3. Merge cells, adjust alignment, and add borders.

Insert Link:

  1. Highlight the text or cell where you want to insert a link.

  2. Click on "Insert" in the menu.

  3. Choose "Link" and enter the URL.

  4. Click "Apply" to create a clickable link.

By following these steps, you can effectively work on Google Sheets, taking advantage of its collaborative and formatting features.