Q. I usually like Excel PivotTables, but because they don’t allow me to do certain things, such as delete cells or insert new columns or rows, I’m wondering if there is a reasonable alternative? A.

Excel PivotTables are indispensable tools for data analysis and visualization, allowing users to quickly summarize and explore large datasets. Mastering their advanced features can significantly boost ...

Several readers have submitted questions about Excel 2010 and 2007 PivotTables, as follows: Q1: Why does Excel insert the GETPIVOTDATA function into a formula when you use the mouse pointer to refer ...

I'm not arguing that PivotTables are now useless, because they still solve certain problems very well. However, after seeing how fluid, responsive, and adaptable GROUPBY and PIVOTBY can be, I've found ...

How to use Excel’s PivotTable tool to turn data into meaningful information Your email has been sent Before Microsoft Excel added the PivotTable tool, you had to use summarizing functions and features ...

Microsoft Excel's PivotTable tool is vital for drawing analyses from big datasets in just a few clicks. However, understanding the often confusing PivotTable Fields pane is essential to making the ...

How to add conditional formatting a Microsoft Excel PivotTable without expressions Your email has been sent Microsoft Excel PivotTables range from easy to complex, and data and reporting requirements ...

Formulas are powerful tools for performing calculations and analyzing data in Excel. In this beginner’s guide, you’ll learn how to use formulas and explore some popular built-in functions. One of the ...

The raw data you enter into Microsoft Excel fuels your calculations and projections for sales, staffing, client acquisition and business productivity. To find the patterns and trends within that data ...