Unlocking the Power of Excel Number Formats
Summary
Do your Excel files contain a lot of dates and numbers? Do you find formatting them frustrating and want to learn how to make them work for you instead of against you?
Number formats are a powerful feature in Excel that you can use to automate your files, improve readability, and wow your colleagues. It’s essential to understand them in order to ensure you’re using them correctly!
Learning Objectives
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Learn the importance of number formats |
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Learn how number formats work |
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Learn how to apply symbols, colors, basic conditions, and rounding |
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Learn tips and tricks for using number formats efficiently |

CPE Information
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Recommended CPE Credit: 1 hour of CPE credit is awarded based on a 50-minute hour for attendees who are present for the entire program. |
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Instructional Delivery Method: Group live |
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Recommended Field of Study: Computer Software & Applications |
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Program Level: Basic |
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Prerequisites: None |
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Advance Preparation: None |
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