Microsoft Excel 2021365 - Beginner to Advanced - Creating Named Ranges

The video tutorial explains four methods to create named ranges in Excel: using the Name box, Create from Selection, Name Manager, and Define Name option. It emphasizes the importance of naming conventions, such as avoiding spaces and using underscores, and highlights that named ranges are absolute by default. The tutorial also provides step-by-step instructions for each method, ensuring viewers can effectively manage and utilize named ranges in their Excel workbooks.

What is the simplest way to create a named range in Excel?

• Using the Name Manager

• Using the Define Name option

• Using the Name box

• Using the Create from Selection button

When naming a range, what should you avoid including in the name?

• Spaces

• Underscores

• Numbers

• Special characters

Which method allows you to create a named range based on the values in a specific row or column?

• Name box

• Name Manager

• Create from Selection

• Define Name

What is the keyboard shortcut to open the Name Manager in Excel?

• Ctrl + M

• Ctrl + F3

• Ctrl + N

• Ctrl + Shift + N

Why are cell references in named ranges absolute by default?

• To allow for easier editing

• To ensure consistency in formulas

• To prevent accidental changes

• To make them compatible with all Excel versions