1. Initial Steps

- Open a new workbook (This will automatically create a blank workbook).

- Save the new workbook. In the process of saving a new workbook, you will be asked to give a name for the workbook. Give the new workbook a suitable name that reflect what data it will contain. For example, if the name is "AccJan2012.xls" it will contain accounting data for January 2012.

Other than name, you also be asked to state or select which folder you want to put the workbook.

A workbook is same as a file.

A workbook (or a file) consist sheet. Initially you are provided with one sheet. You can add more sheet or delete sheets.

A sheet consist of rectangular boxes. You write into these boxes.