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Computer Class

Microsoft Excel Series
2019-03-28 14:00:00 2019-03-28 15:30:00 America/New_York Computer Class Free hands-on computer classes. Registration is required and will be available one month before the series starts. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Community Room

Thursday, March 28
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2019-03-28 14:00:00 2019-03-28 15:30:00 America/New_York Computer Class Free hands-on computer classes. Registration is required and will be available one month before the series starts. Portage Lakes Branch Library - Community Room

Free hands-on computer classes. Registration is required and will be available one month before the series starts.

An introduction to Microsoft's spreadsheet program Microsoft Excel. Topics, dates, and times for this series are below:

  • Excel 1 | Monday, March 25 | 2 pm | Learn how to create basic workbook files using Microsoft Excel 2013-2016. Discover how to organize data more efficiently using spreadsheets. Attendance at MS Word, Part 1 is preferred.
  • Excel 2 | Tuesday, March 26 | 2 pm | Discover how to modify columns, rows, and format cells. Practice the different ways to duplicate, move, and edit data. Attendance at MS Word, Part 1 is preferred.
  • Excel 3 | Wednesday, March 27 | 2 pm | Learn how to format text and numbers in cells and learn the worksheet basics – setting print area, inserting headers/footers, page margins, etc. Attendance at MS Word, Part 2 is preferred.
  • Excel Practical Application 1 - 3 | Thursday, March 28 | 2 pm Apply what you have learned so far in this review of classes 1 - 3.
  • Excel 4: Introduction to Formulas & Excel Functions | Monday, April 1 | 2 pm Let Excel do the math for you! Practice creating and applying formulas to your worksheets and learn how Excel Functions work. Learn how to maximize your data with these helpful tools. Attendance at MS Word, Part 3 is preferred.
  • Excel 5: Sorting, Filtering Data, Creating Custom Lists, and More | Tuesday, April 2 | 2 pm | Experience the more advanced features associated with Excel. Learn how to sort and filter your data and create customized lists for your workbooks. Attendance at MS Word, Part 4 is preferred.
  • Excel 6: Charts & Advanced Custom Tools for Worksheets | Wednesday, April 3 | 2 pm | Experience the more advanced features associated with Excel. Learn how to draw a chart for your data, how to track changes, and finalize your workbook. Attendance at MS Word, Part 4 & 5 is preferred.
  • Excel Practical Application 4 - 6 | Wednesday, April 3 | 6 pm | Apply what you have learned so far in this review of classes 4 - 6.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Computers & Technology |

TAGS: | technology help | technology classes | tech training | tech help | tech classes | computers | computer classes | computer class | computer |

Portage Lakes Branch Library
portagelakes@akronlibrary.org
Phone: 330.644.7050
Branch manager
Cheryl Luck
Hours
Mon, Apr 15 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 16 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 17 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 18 10:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 19 12:00PM to 6:00PM
Sat, Apr 20 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 21 Closed
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It's not unusual for customers to take a few moments out of their busy day to relax and read in the comfortable chairs beside the Portage Lakes Branch Library's large windows, enjoying the natural light and the beautiful views of flora and fauna. Visitors from surrounding communities—Coventry, New Franklin, Green, Clinton, Canal Fulton, Barberton, and Massillon—join local residents in visiting the Portage Lakes Branch Library to enjoy NatureConnect, learning-through-play and storytime programming, crafting opportunities, book discussions, arts and history informational programming, and more.

With rich book, music, and movie resources, Portage Lakes Branch Library has something for everyone of every age. Computers, WiFi, printing, copying, scanning, and faxing round out the services available at the Portage Lakes Branch Library, making it a one-stop spot for all your learning, business, and entertainment needs and interests.

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