Getting viable data from an Excel workbook into Power BI for data visualization purposes takes some specific preparation. Here is what you need to do.

Sending Excel files containing crucial financial and business data has risks. To add a layer of protection, you should learn to password protect an Excel file.

How to Change an MS Works Spreadsheet to MS Excel. Microsoft discontinued the lower-priced Microsoft Works suite, but you can convert old documents to use current Microsoft Office formats.

Microsoft Excel has several features designed to help you recover unsaved versions of files and prevent data loss.

As you continue to use your spreadsheet, add new columns for items that consistently wind up in the Notes category on most or all entries.