What is meant by Spreadsheet?
"Spreadsheet" refers to the use of software to organize, analyze, and present data in tabular form.
Typical functions of software in the "spreadsheet" domain are:
- Data organization: The software allows users to organize data in tabular form by structuring it into rows and columns.
- Calculations: Users can use mathematical formulas to automatically perform calculations on the data in the spreadsheet, such as sums, averages, percentages, etc.
- Data analysis: The software provides features for data analysis, such as sorting, filtering, grouping, and pivot tables, to identify patterns and trends in the data.
- Charts and graphs: Users can create charts and graphs to visually represent data and make it easier to identify trends or patterns.
- Formatting: The software allows users to customize the appearance of the spreadsheet data by adjusting fonts, colors, borders, and other formatting options.
- Data validation: Users can set rules to validate data input and ensure that it is correct and consistent.