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Don't just hit save: 5 Excel formats that will change the way you work

Upgrade from standard Excel workbooks to specialized formats that shrink, shield, and streamline your spreadsheets.
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Excel's UNIQUE function can't skip columns—unless you use this trick

Nest CHOOSECOLS inside UNIQUE to extract non-adjacent columns, and use INDIRECT for interactive header dropdowns.

Build a 2026 Excel Budget with Auto Bank Imports

Build a free 2026 Excel budget file with bank import and XLOOKUP categories, so you track spending and savings without manual ...

17 New Excel Features for 2026 to Speed up Your Work

Discover 17 new Excel features and functions for 2026, so you track edits and data faster. Including auto-refreshing pivots ...