Insert Ribbon Basic Commands

Here is a list of common commands you can use in the “Insert” ribbon in Microsoft Excel:

This list is not exhaustive and the exact list of commands may vary depending on the version of Excel you are using and the add-ins you have installed. However, these are some of the additional commands you may find in the “Insert” ribbon in Microsoft Excel.

A detailed explanation of common commands you can use in the “Insert” ribbon in Microsoft Excel:

1. Worksheet: This command inserts a new worksheet into your workbook. The new worksheet will have the same structure as the other worksheets in your workbook and you can start entering data into it immediately.
2. Table: This command lets you insert a table into your worksheet. A table is a set of data that is organized into columns and rows, making it easier to sort, filter, and analyze your data. To insert a table, you first need to select the data you want to include in your table, then click the “Table” command in the “Insert” ribbon. You can then format the table as desired.
3. Chart: This command lets you insert a chart into your worksheet based on your data. A chart is a graphical representation of your data, making it easier to understand trends and patterns in your data. To insert a chart, you first need to select the data you want to include in your chart, then click the “Chart” command in the “Insert” ribbon. You can then select the type of chart you want and format it as desired.
4. Function: This command lets you insert a formula or function into a cell. Functions are pre-built formulas in Excel that perform calculations, such as finding the sum or average of a range of numbers. To insert a function, click in the cell where you want to enter the function, click the “Function Library” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the function you want to insert, and then enter the necessary arguments and click the “OK” button.
5. Picture: This command lets you insert a picture from your computer into your worksheet. To insert a picture, click the “Picture” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the picture you want to insert, and then click the “Insert” button. You can then adjust the size and position of your picture as desired.
6. Shape: This command lets you insert a shape into your worksheet. Shapes can be used to enhance your data by adding lines, arrows, rectangles, and other shapes to your worksheet. To insert a shape, click the “Shape” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the shape you want to insert, and then click and drag in your worksheet to create the shape.
7. Screenshot: This command lets you insert a screenshot of a window or part of your screen into your worksheet. To insert a screenshot, click the “Screenshot” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the window or part of the screen you want to capture, and then click the “Insert” button.
8. Hyperlink: This command lets you insert a hyperlink into a cell in your worksheet. A hyperlink is a clickable link that takes you to another location, such as a web page or another worksheet in your workbook. To insert a hyperlink, select the cell where you want to insert the hyperlink, click the “Hyperlink” command in the “Insert” ribbon, enter the URL or location of the hyperlink, and then click the “OK” button.
9. Text box: This command lets you insert a text box into your worksheet. A text box is a container for text that you can move and format independently of the cells in your worksheet. To insert a text box, click the “Text Box” command in the “Insert” ribbon, click and drag in your worksheet to create the text box, and then enter your text.
10. Header & Footer: This command lets you insert a header or footer into your worksheet. A header is a section at the top of each page in your workbook, while a footer is a section at the bottom of each page. Headers and footers can include text, images, or other information that you want to appear on every page of your workbook. To insert a header or footer, click the “Header & Footer” command in the “Insert” ribbon, and then select the type of header or footer you want to insert. You can then enter the text or information you want to include and format it as desired.
11. Page Number: This command lets you insert page numbers into your header or footer. Page numbers help you keep track of the pages in your workbook and make it easier to reference specific pages. To insert page numbers, click the “Page Number” command in the “Insert” ribbon, and then select the type of page numbers you want to insert.
12. Object: This command lets you insert an object into your worksheet. An object can be a file, such as a PDF or Microsoft Word document, that you want to embed in your worksheet. To insert an object, click the “Object” command in the “Insert” ribbon, and then select the type of object you want to insert. You can then choose the file you want to embed.
13. Online Pictures: This command lets you insert pictures from online sources into your worksheet. You can search for pictures using the Bing Images search engine, and then insert the pictures into your worksheet. To insert online pictures, click the “Online Pictures” command in the “Insert” ribbon, enter your search terms, and then select the picture you want to insert.
14. Online Video: This command lets you insert videos from online sources into your worksheet. You can search for videos using the YouTube search engine, and then insert the videos into your worksheet. To insert online videos, click the “Online Video” command in the “Insert” ribbon, enter your search terms, and then select the video you want to insert.
15. My Add-Ins: This command lets you insert custom add-ins that you have created or that have been created by others. Add-ins are collections of functions and tools that you can use in Excel to enhance its functionality. To insert an add-in, click the “My Add-Ins” command in the “Insert” ribbon, and then select the add-in you want to insert.
16. Map: This command lets you insert a map into your worksheet based on your data. You can use this feature to visualize the locations of your data, such as your sales by region or your customers by city. To insert a map, click the “Map” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the data you want to include in your map, and then format the map as desired.
17. Icon: This command lets you insert an icon into your worksheet. Icons are small graphics that you can use to enhance your data, such as to indicate the status of a task or to show the importance of a piece of information. To insert an icon, click the “Icon” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the icon you want to insert, and then format it as desired.
18. 3D Model: This command lets you insert a 3D model into your worksheet. A 3D model is a visual representation of an object or scene that you can rotate and view from different angles. To insert a 3D model, click the “3D Model” command in the “Insert” ribbon, select the model you want to insert,
19. Online Pictures: The “Online Pictures” command in the “Insert” ribbon allows you to insert images from online sources, such as Bing Images. To use this feature, click the “Online Pictures” command, and then enter a search term in the search bar. The results will display in a thumbnail view, and you can choose the image you want to insert into your worksheet. This feature provides access to a large collection of images that you can use to enhance your worksheet.
20. Online Video: The “Online Video” command in the “Insert” ribbon allows you to insert videos from online sources, such as YouTube. To use this feature, click the “Online Video” command, and then enter a search term in the search bar. The results will display in a thumbnail view, and you can choose the video you want to insert into your worksheet. This feature allows you to add interactive videos to your worksheet, which can be a great way to engage your audience and make your worksheet more dynamic.
21. Equation: The “Equation” command in the “Insert” ribbon allows you to insert an equation into your worksheet. An equation is a mathematical expression that you can use to perform calculations or to display mathematical relationships. To insert an equation, click the “Equation” command, and then select the type of equation you want to insert. You can then enter the equation you want to include and format it as desired.
22. Comment: The “Comment” command in the “Insert” ribbon allows you to insert a comment into your worksheet. A comment is a note or annotation that you can attach to a specific cell in your worksheet. To insert a comment, right-click the cell where you want to insert the comment, and then select the “Insert Comment” option. You can then enter your comment and format it as desired.
23. Signature Line: The “Signature Line” command in the “Insert” ribbon allows you to insert a signature line into your worksheet. A signature line is a line that you can use to indicate where someone should sign a document. To insert a signature line, click the “Signature Line” command, and then select the type of signature line you want to insert. You can then format the signature line as desired.
24. Timestamp: The “Timestamp” command in the “Insert” ribbon allows you to insert a timestamp into your worksheet. A timestamp is a date and time stamp that you can use to indicate when a change was made to your worksheet. To insert a timestamp, click the “Timestamp” command, and then select the type of timestamp you want to insert. You can then format the timestamp as desired.

These are some of the common commands you can use in the “Insert” ribbon in Microsoft Excel to enhance your worksheet and make it more interactive and informative.

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