Excel - Quick Analysis Tool

Background Information

The Quick Analysis Tool in Microsoft Excel allows you to quickly analyze data, or convert your data to a chart or table.

Access the Quick Analysis Tool

  1. Select a range of cells to be evaluated.
  2. When the cells are selected, the Quick Analysis Tool appears in the lower-right corner of the range.
  3. Click the Quick Analysis Tool icon to view options available for the data range.

Quick Analysis Tool Options

Quick Analysis Tool options include:

  • Formatting – most include Conditional Formatting features
  • Charts – view Recommended Charts for the selected data
  • Totals – add a row to display a formula such as: Total, Average, Count, Running Total
  • Tables – convert the range to a Table
  • Sparklines – create in-cell charts, such as trend lines

To apply any of these options, complete the following:

  1. Click on one of the headers in the Quick Analysis Tool display.
  2. Within the header, hover over an option to preview the result.
  3. Select an option when ready.

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