Advanced Excel users often encounter repetitive tasks in their daily workflow, such as generating reports, updating data, or formatting tables on a regular schedule. This course teaches you how to harness the power of Macros to automate these routine operations. By leveraging advanced Excel knowledge combined with macro programming, you can record your desired steps and operations, then execute them repeatedly at the click of a button, dramatically improving efficiency and reducing manual effort.
Prerequisite:
You should possess proficient knowledge of Microsoft Excel. This class is designed for non-programmers who want to expand their skills beyond traditional spreadsheet operations.
Target Student:
This course is ideally suited for individuals who work frequently with Excel 2016, 2013, or 2010 and need to automate repetitive tasks in their daily work. Programming experience is not required to succeed in this course.
Course Outline
Configuring Excel for Macros
- Enabling and accessing the Developer Tab
- Understanding Macro Security settings and considerations
- Using the Trust Center to manage macro permissions
- Saving Files in appropriate formats for macro storage
Basic Macro Recording
- Using the "Record Macro" Window and interface
- Following Rules for Macro Names and naming conventions
Running Macros
- Running a Macro directly from the Developer Tab
- Running a Macro Using a custom Shortcut Key
- Running a Macro from a custom Button control
- Running a Macro from a Worksheet Object
Creating Dynamic Macros
- Understanding Absolute versus Relative References
- Mastering Effective Range Selection techniques
- Understanding the Importance of the Cursor's Position
- Handling Empty Cells in a Data Range properly
Using Functions and Formulas in Macros
- Creating dynamic formulas that adapt to data changes
- Filling Formulas across ranges efficiently
- Using Data Tables for complex calculations
- Deleting Empty Rows at the End of a Worksheet
- Working with Functions using Dynamic Ranges
Working with Files
- Using the Personal Macro Workbook for shared macros
- Using Hyperlinks in macro operations
- Writing Macros that Work on Variable File Names
- Importing a Text File into Excel workbooks
Macros for Data Entry
- Creating a worksheet designed as a Data Entry Form
- Creating a macro to automatically add data to a table
Remote Classroom Instruction (RCI) Available
Connection Email (Friday Before Class)
- Your class connection details will be sent via email by noon Eastern Time on the Friday preceding your class. If you do not receive your connection email by this deadline, contact us immediately at 1.800.288.8221.
Course Materials (2 Days Before Class)
- The class materials will be shipped to the address you provided during registration. You should receive the materials by noon Eastern Time, two business days before your class begins. If you do not receive them by that deadline, contact us immediately at 1.800.288.8221.
Minimum Technical Requirements
- A computer running the Windows operating system
- High-speed Internet connection, such as DSL or faster, requiring approximately 75KB of bandwidth
- Speaker phone or hands-free headset for telephone communication during class
