Import data from external sources Excel offers a robust set of tools to import data from various external sources, making it a versatile, lightweight database solution.

Microsoft Excel has more dataviz capabilities than you may realize. Find out how to make your data stand out with charts, PivotTables, sparklines, slicers and more.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to use Excel as a database depends on your specific needs and circumstances. For simple data management tasks, personal use, or small datasets, Excel can ...

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.

How to Use SQL Statements in MS Excel. With most Excel spreadsheets, you enter data manually into cells and then use formulas or other functions to analyze it or perform calculations.

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

Use INDEX and MATCH for simple database queries in Excel The bigger your spreadsheet, the more you need these, which you can combine with SUM, AVERAGE, and MAX to refine your searches.

Excel's Data Model feature allows you to build relationships between data sets for easier reporting. Here's how to use it to make data analysis easier.

Everything you thought about Excel is wrong, from how much hardware it can use to what it can truly do. We interviewed a heavy-duty Excel user and esports player about what it takes to compete ...