Microsoft Excel

Pros

Customer support.
Ease of use and setup.
Collaborative features.
Flexible file sharing.
30 days free trial.

Cons

Maximum number of row is 1,048,576.
If data size is very large, pc can freeze.

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Reasons for Switching to Microsoft Excel

Pros

I use excel all the time, I balance our books, track employees, pull reports from other apps we use and put them into excel and sort in a way that is important to the owners. I also use excel to do our billing and create our invoices. I know there are other apps that can do this, but I am comfortable with excel and it is working for our company. I highly recomend Excel! There is always more to learn with this software as it can do so much!

Cons

There is a lot more to this than what I use is for. I wish I had time to learn more about it!

Pros

It makes it easy for keeping track of money and stuff.

Cons

It's a little complicated to understand/use.

Pros

Familiarity, ease of use, integration across the rest of Office 365, onedrive access etc

Cons

I have no issues to report regarding this application

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to Microsoft Excel

Pros

I use this Microsoft product the most during work hours. This is due to the many calculations I need to do for tasks. I also use it to compare lists by using different formulas from online. This product is a very convenient tool for more efficiency and saves a lot of time.

Cons

I don't like when I copy and paste data from another website, it pastes incorrectly at times due to the formatting. However, I fix the pasted data by adjusting the information manually. And its also not much of an issue since there are different ways to paste the information and it can be changes as needed.

Pros

The powerful & extensive options to create a masterpiece of information.

Cons

Its capabilities are so powerful & extensive, I'm reminded regulary how little I know, in regard to these capabilities.

Pros

I like the most I can create dashboard and introduce the finge information to my manager

Cons

Easy and and most friendly calculator page in the world

Pros

It makes so calculations and processes easier, has an incredible versatility to it and powerful tools that allow it to handle spreadsheet tasks and formatting.

Cons

It’s just sometimes hard to know what formula to use when and how to make it work the way you want. It’s so big and versatile it can take a while to really know how to handle it.

Pros

Helps me organize information for other co-workers and keep track of certain information in the office.

Cons

Can be difficult to learn how to use but once you get the hang of it, it's a very helpful tool.

Pros

Microsoft Excel is such a functional tool that meets a multitude of needs within our coop. From graphs/visual presentations regarding rates to easily formatting and summarizing loads of accounting data, the coop could not function without it.

Cons

There are so many different tools, but if you don't know how to use them, it doesn't do you a lot of good. It would be great if eventually there were to be an AI addition that can scan your data and suggest methods to fix, organize or update your data and how to do it in the most efficient manner.

Pros

It is endlessly customizable. It's obviously great at calculations and typical data analytics, but is also a wonderful project management tool and, with some creativity, can be used in live presentations.

Cons

I wish there was more in-depth help within excel when your formula isn't formatted correctly. There are lots of resources online and Microsoft's website, but you have to leave the application.

Pros

What I like about Microsoft Excel is the ability to create different spreadsheets for so many different aspects of my everyday life. I have created budgets for my son and daughter. All they need to do is input their numbers and everything is calculated. I like that.

Cons

There's not anything negative I can say about Microsoft Excel.

Pros

What I like most about Excel is that it is an extremely versatile software and is useful for any skill level. Those with limited experience will find value in the ability to make sort-able lists or to store numerical values that they can do simple equations on.

Beyond Excel's most basic functions - the sky is the limit. There are so many efficiencies that Excel can help to facilitate, and the functions that can utilized are more plentiful than one can imagine. Users can write "formulas" that will take data from other cells and manipulate that data into something more useful. You can turn your data set into a chart so you can easily visualize the information. You can use the PivotTable function to quickly take a data set and create a table of information where you can easily change the variable you want to analyze. You can instruct an Excel file to pull data from an online source to automatically keep your data set current. You can even write a type of program within the Excel software called a macro. A macro can do all sorts of things but is primarily utilized to automate step by step tasks that are necessary to complete on a recurring basis. A macro is essentially a way to let the software do the boring repetitive work for you.

If you have a set of data and there is something you want to do with it there IS a way to do that in Excel. You might not know how to create the formula on your own, and you may not even imagine that a formula could possibly accomplish what you are wanting to do, but there is. You may have to combine a could of steps to get the result you want, but if you can see the value in doing more work in the present for less work in the future then spending some time perfecting things will save you so much time going forward.

If you encounter a problem and you don't know where to start or what the correct formula is - just use a search engine and type your question in and hit search. There are an abundance of video tutorials and message board postings from other users who have already solved the problem you are trying to figure out.

Cons

My qualms with Excel are mostly superficial in nature. Sometimes changing the axis value on a chart can be confusing. If you have numbers entered into a cells that is a cell for a date or text it will display differently than you want so you have to go and adjust it. Importing data from a source that isn't designed to import to Excel is very hit or miss. However, none of the Cons even begin to sway me away from the Pros

Pros

It is a versatile tool widely used across various industries for tasks ranging from data entry and budgeting to complex financial modeling and statistical analysis. Its intuitive interface, with a familiar grid of rows and columns, makes it accessible to both beginners and advanced users. Excel's advanced analytical tools- such as PivotTables, Power query and robust charting capabilities, allow for comprehensive data analysis and visualization.
It has vast set of built-in formulas and functions for mathematical, statistical, financial, and logical operations, enhancing productivity and accuracy. Users can automate repetitive tasks using Macros and VBA (Visual Basic for Applications), saving time and reducing errors. Data management features, including sorting, filtering, and data validation, enable efficient handling of large data.It's versatility, user-friendly interface, advanced tools, and strong community support make it an essential application for personal and professional use.

Cons

It can become cumbersome with large datasets, leading to slow performance and crashes.Security is a concern, as files can be easily accessed or altered without proper protection. Excel’s steep learning curve for advanced features requires significant training. It’s not ideal for creating complex or visually appealing reports compared to specialized software. Reliance on manual data entry increases the risk of human error, potentially resulting in significant inaccuracies in critical business applications.

Pros

The vast array of built-in functions and the ability to create custom formulas allow users to manipulate and analyze data efficiently.

Cons

Excel can sometimes struggle with very large datasets, leading to slower performance or even crashing, particularly if not enough system resources are available.

Pros

Ease of use, integration with Power Automate and common features.

Cons

Limits to automation with Power Automate.

Pros

Its very easy and user friendly makes it best choice for any day to day activities like daily logs, inventory tracking, timesheets and many more. Also its automation is really handy.

Cons

since i switched from google spreadsheet, i had trouble with the shortcuts, but as i kept using Excel more, i got used to it.
so far, i dont have nay issue with Excel.

Pros

Organize reports with functions using visual charts and visual models

Cons

The risk of losing original data arises when there are many versions of one report changes are made and not kept track of.

Pros

Excel is by far the best app for data management, it has so many good functions for data purposes

Cons

Sometimes the load times are slow when files get big or you have a few of them open but it is not a regular issue

Pros

The Windows desktop version of Excel is easily the best and most powerful spreadsheet software ever created. I am not a big fan of the online version, and the Mac version is a little goofy.

Cons

Just the learning curve. I love learning new things in Excel and there is no end to what you can learn, and Google is a great tool to quickly find out how to accomplish your idea. But most users can only do basic things in Excel and it is hard to do much advanced spreadsheet work in a collaborative environment if others are not fluent.

Pros

I love the complexity. you can do almost anything you need in excel

Cons

Nothing I dont like. If I could only choose one tool, Excel would be it.

Pros

It's widely used and widely known. There are tons of tips, tricks and how to's available online.

Cons

Nothing really. It does everything we need it to do.

Pros

Excel s the most advanced tool out there that is just perfect for all spreadsheet operations.
The pivot table are some of the advanced excel features used on a day-to-day basis and is very useful for consolidating large datasets

Cons

Excel is great for only small datasets. If datasets are large excel tends to crash

Pros

We love that Microsoft makes it super easy to sort through huge loads of consumer data. Being able to share our changes and updates across our department is a necessity.

Cons

There are a lot of functionality features that you have to go digging to find. Especially for older people, it would be nice if some of the "helpful hints" were more easily accessible somehow.

Pros

I love that excel is really the only platform that does what it does. Excel allows multiple tabs, and ensures you can really keep track of everything line by line. I love that you can search your data by rows, colors, etc. Excel has been a very important part of my journey in learning to organize and keep track of important information. I also love that you can have excel add numbers for you

Cons

While I love excel, I wish it was easier. It has taken me a long time to learn the features and functions and I use it everyday and still don't know them all. Whenever an off key is added, suddenly it freezes my screen and almost impossible to stop whatever is happening.

Pros

The ability to tailor it to my needs and I can do complex calculations using formulas. I can use multiple tabs to separate data but still pull data into my calculations and simplify the output for other team members to read.

Cons

With very large data sets it can get bogged down and may require a more powerful computer to quickly run your calculations.

Alternatives Considered

Reasons for Switching to Microsoft Excel

Pros

Microsoft Excel is an astounding program that has so many useful charting features to keep my work organized and my progress clearly laid out. I like the sheer magnitude of options this program allows you to use to create custom sheets.

Cons

The only thing I can think of that I like least about Excel is just that I occasionally run out of memory when I have multiple large files open and working on at once.

Pros

How simple it is to use, super user oriented in a way that everything is easy to find and use.

Cons

That sometimes you can face collaboration challenges given how in today's world other tools are better at that

Pros

Its interface is one of the best. It is not very overwhelming, I have been using this since I was in school and even back then I had no issue using it. It's recent Python integration has been good so far. The best part is that it automatically suggests to me the best graphs, charts, and pivot tables for data analytics and past saved formats. It really is a great beginner tool and a one-stop solution. It has become a tool I go to for most of the things.

Cons

It really lags and even freezes in cases of large datasets. Even with VBA, it still needs improvement. It is a little bit basic when you compare it to other data visualization tools.

Pros

My favorite feature of Excel is the beautiful graphs and data visualization tools. You can create graphs really fast with correct data entry.

Cons

There is a learning curve to master working with Excel. I like to learn new features and do different things on its workspace. I wish Excel provided their own tutorial.

Pros

Very functional to any kinds of task we have such as tracking purposes, making calculator for complicated table sheet, data analysis, and organize almost all kinds of data and information.

Cons

I think learning formula is just too difficult but that's all. Once you learned complicated formula, you have the edge compare to your peers.

Pros

I like the unlimited number of options it has, from entering equations to sorting data to calculating huge amounts of data.

Cons

It is not the easiest software to use. Most of the time when I try a new feature, I have to go watch a YouTube video on how to do it and how it works.

Pros

Excel has powerful features. For beginners, the basic features are easy to learn. For people with more advanced needs, the power of Excel makes life a lot easier.

Cons

I use the 365 version and I wish that the online and desktop versions were more similar.

Pros

So easy to use and so many functions. Ability to create really simple spreadsheets, but also to add features and functions to develop full Quality Management Systems. Easy to find support to develop knowledge on Excel. Easy to share documents and collaborate.

Cons

Lots of features which could be overwhelming, and with lots of small buttons, there isn't always a 'name' on the button, so sometimes needing to google or search the functions.

Pros

The functionality is strong, i chose it of numbers in the mac environment and in the PC work environment is is really the best choice for workbooks. It also works seemlessly (mostly) in the full office suite so moving between it, PPT and Word for reporting and presentations allows me to keep my excel work product in tact with one point of review and adjustment when required

Cons

it can crash in large formula design i have lost work previously when cells with large functions just stop working - if it gets to complex the file sizes get overwhelming, which can make multi workbook analysis problematic

Pros

What I liked most about Microsoft Excel is its versatility and powerful functionality. Whether I’m working with basic lists or complex data analysis, Excel offers a wide range of features like pivot tables, advanced formulas, and data visualization tools that make managing and interpreting data much easier.

Cons

What I liked least about Microsoft Excel is that it can be overwhelming for beginners due to the sheer number of features and functions available. While Excel is incredibly powerful, its learning curve can be steep for someone new to spreadsheets.

Pros

I love spreadsheets and Microsoft Excel set the standard for spreadsheets.

Cons

While I have used Microsoft Excel for years, they have not kept up with the changing landscape of team work on the cloud. I need my spreadsheets to be fully accessible in real time by my whole team.

Pros

The thing which I liked the most about Microsoft Excel that this software is not useful only to working class or business people but it suits to all kinds of individuals for various purposes like for students for making notes, for businesses tracking and generating reports.
Simplification and presentation of complex data in legible form. From audit perspective excel is everything for auditor, every work we do will be almost in excel.

Cons

Integration with AI and python is what I expect from Excel for increasing the quality of our work. This feature should be bought in better way. It can't handle too much data in sheet, takes time to process.

Pros

I really do like creating Excel spread sheets. I love how it keeps me organized. I also appreciate being able to add rows or columns as needed at anytime. This has allowed my listing of various grant applications and all the pertinent information updated.

Cons

I disliked how intimidating it seemed at first. All these little boxes that I sometimes to learn how to accurately fill. But I got over that quickly, and now can’t imagine doing my work without it.

Pros

It is possible to do many calculations that you would have tjought were impossible to do automatically

Cons

Some of the calculations are very complicated and it can take a while to get to grips with it

Pros

Easy to synchronize data with cloud
WBA script for automations
Recover data if accidentally closed
Graphings, Calculations

Cons

No option to add python scripts to automate tasks

Pros

The universal adoption of excel makes this my preferred method of sharing structuring information and managing logistics. I love the collaboration aspects and ease of adoption.

Cons

I think that when working with larger data sets in a data analysis context this is an inferior product to other offerings. Additionally, the differences between Macbook excel and windows is absurd and adds to user confusion. I highly wish that excel has universal shortcuts and additional extensions for Mac Excel.

Pros

Using Microsoft Excel, makes it easy to organize things for my work environment. It is easy to save and find those items that are readily used at the top of the spreadsheet for everyday usage.

Cons

There are templates but I don't feel the templates have enough choices. For instance, I was looking for a calendar that had weekly dates and daily times that I could customize for daily 24-hour periods but there was none. If it was there in the choices, I really could not find it, and I ended up using different software in order to create the schedule I needed. I wanted to create my own calendar but could not. Anytime I want to try to create something new in excel, it becomes a challenge as a beginner user. The help function is at times not user friendly for beginners. I usually would have to ask a coworker for assistance or go through multiple YouTube feeds to get an understanding of tasks I want to learn quickly. In the case of the calendar, the help function seemed to only refer me to templates based on the drop-down choices.

Pros

The thing I like most about the application is that it allows you to store data, perform data cross-referencing, which is very useful for accounting and the financial area. Highly recommended

Cons

It’s not a great option if you have a lot of data, as it may experience performance issues. You really need a good-specs team to ensure it works well

Pros

Excel can handle a wide range of tasks, from simple calculations to complex data analysis. It’s used for budgeting, forecasting, data visualization, and more, making it suitable for various applications.
Excel provides a variety of chart types and customization options to help users create clear and visually appealing data presentations, including bar charts, line graphs, pie charts, and more.

Users can automate repetitive tasks through macros and VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) scripting, which can save time and reduce errors in routine processes.

Cons

Excel can become sluggish or crash when handling extremely large datasets. Improvements in performance and stability for big data scenarios would enhance user experience.
Also Managing and debugging complex formulas can be challenging. Enhanced formula auditing tools and better error messages would help users identify and fix issues more easily.

Pros

I like how i can easily create,edit and share any kind of spreadsheet or chart that i create.

Cons

I actually have one thing i don't like and that is the fact it does glitch occasionally and kick you out but none of the info is lost so you don't have to start over.

Pros

Microsoft Excel is renowned for its versatility and robust capabilities.

Cons

One aspect of Microsoft Excel that I find most challenging is its intricacy when handling extensive datasets or utilizing more advanced functionalities.

Pros

I liked many positives about this program, including its ability to adapt to different uses and needs, as well as its effectiveness in transforming data into valuable information through powerful analysis and visualization tools. In addition, this program integrates well with the rest of the Microsoft ecosystem, which enhances productivity and facilitates collaboration, and provides multiple options for protecting files including passwords and specifying access permissions, ensuring the security of sensitive data. Despite its power, it features a relatively simple and easy-to-learn user interface, making it an effective tool for both beginners and professionals.

Cons

Most of the drawbacks of this software can be effectively dealt with through proper training and taking full advantage of its features, or using other software solutions or techniques in case of urgent need.

Pros

I appreciate Microsoft Excel for its powerful data analysis and visualization capabilities. The ability to create complex formulas, pivot tables, and dynamic charts makes it an essential tool for managing and interpreting large datasets. Excel's versatility in handling diverse tasks—from simple calculations to advanced financial modeling—combined with its extensive range of functions, makes it incredibly valuable for both personal and professional use.

Cons

What I like least about Microsoft Excel is how tricky it can be to learn the advanced features. Basic stuff is pretty straightforward, but when you get into complex formulas and macros, it can get pretty confusing. Also, working with huge datasets can sometimes make Excel lag or even crash. And collaborating with others isn't always smooth, especially when multiple people try to edit the same spreadsheet at once.

Pros

I love that it allows you to keep your data in one place. It's very customizable and allows you to view your data in many different ways.

Cons

I don't like how it lags with large amounts of data. Using the power query feature can slow the process down quite a bit. Excel does require a bit of training to know how to use it properly.