Mastering the Basics of Microsoft Excel

Example Two

Using a Formula with Brackets in Excel

In this example:

1. Type 8 in cell C5

2. Type 2 in cell D5

3. Click on cell F5 and type: =(C5+D5)-5

4. Press the Enter key

The result will be 5.

This formula first adds the values in C5 and D5 (which gives 10), and then subtracts 5 from it.
Because of the brackets, Excel calculates (C5 + D5) first.

Saving a Document

How to Save Your Work in Microsoft Excel

After working in Excel, you should save your file so you don’t lose your data. Here’s how to do it:

Step 1:

Click on File in the top menu, then select Save As (as shown in the image).

💡 Note:
Use Save As when you’re saving your file for the first time or if you want to save it with a different name or location.

If the file is already saved and you’re just updating it, click Save instead. This will update the existing file with the latest changes.

Saving a Document (Workbook)

Step 2: Choose Location and File Name

Now choose the place where you want to save the file.
In this example, we will save it on the Desktop (as shown in the image).

Next, you will see a default file name like “Book1”. Click on it to change the name.

Type the name you want for your file, then click on the Save button.

Your Excel file is now saved and ready for future use.