The database capabilities of Excel are very powerful. In fact, not only can Excel be used to create a simple searchable database, it also can be used to create a proper relational database.

Tips This article applies to Microsoft Excel 2007, 2010, and Office 365. View the videos listed in the Resources section for more ideas on using Excel's database functions.

Excel’s database functions are often overlooked, yet they have the potential to transform complex data management tasks.

Originally, Excel was not designed to be a real database. Its early database functions were limited in quantity and in quality. And because every record in an Excel database is visible on the ...

In this Excel tutorial, I’ll show you how to run subtotals on a simple data set and then quickly apply formatting that will make those totals really stand out.

You can make a bar graph in Excel by first selecting the range you want to depict, and then using the dropdown menu to select the desired chart.

Graphs in Excel help break down your data into an easily digestible format. Here’s how to make a graph in Microsoft Excel.

You can easily make a pie chart in Excel to make data easier to understand. The process only takes 5 steps.

A Microsoft Excel spreadsheet is among the most versatile business tools. Here’s a full guide on how to create a simple and effective Gantt chart in Excel.