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Basic Formatting in Excel 2003 - Part 1

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Tutorial Sample Data

Adding the data to an Excel Spreadsheet

Use the data below with the tutorial: Step by Step Excel Formatting.

To enter the data accurately,

  1. Open a blank Excel spreadsheet file
  2. Select the cell indicated by the cell reference provided.
  3. Type the corresponding data into the selected cell.

Cell Data

A2 - Deduction Calculations for Employees
B4 - Deduction Rate:
C4 - .06

A6 - Last Name
B6 - Gross Salary
C6 - Deduction
D6 - Net Salary

A7 - Smith B.
B7 - 45789
A8 - Wilson C.
B8 - 41245
A9 - Thompson J.
B9 - 39876
A10 - James D.
B10 - 43211
A12 - Date:

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