Spreadsheet software has been around for almost as long as computers themselves. Microsoft came out with their Excel spreadsheet software in 1987, and Google released their spreadsheet app called Sheets in 2006.

Google Sheets is an online application, meaning you use it via a web browser. You can also use it as an app on your smartphone or tablet. Microsoft Excel on the other hand can be used as a program installed on your computer as well as an online application used in a web browser.

Microsoft Excel has many more features than Google Sheets but that doesn’t mean that Sheets can’t handle all your spreadsheet needs. In fact, some people find it easier to use because of the simpler interface and lack of super complex features.

Even though Google Sheets is a very powerful app, I will be sticking with the basics so you can learn how to use the major features of Sheets and not get overwhelmed by all the advanced tasks you can perform. I will discuss some of the more advanced features just because I think they are important to at least be aware of. Then once you become proficient with the basics, you can branch out and learn some of the other features if you choose to do so