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Definition: A spreadsheet is a table used to store various types of data. The data is arranged in rows and columns to make it easier to store, organize, and analyze the information.

A spreadsheet application is a computer program such as Excel, Lotus 1-2-3, OpenOffice Calc, or Google Spreadsheets. It has a number of built in features and tools, such as functions, formulas, charts, and data analysis tools that make it easier to work with large amounts of data.
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