Although Microsoft Excel is a powerful spreadsheet out of the box, macros make it even more useful. You can create and record macros within the app.

Learn how to create a drop-down list in Excel without or with color using conditional formatting and data validation rules.

Spin buttons enable incremental value adjustments. Option buttons allow selection of one option from a group. Form controls can be combined to create interactive dashboards.

Excel’s versatility and accessibility make it a cost-effective solution for creating interactive dashboards compared to specialized software.

Slicers are a good way to filter data in a Microsoft Excel PivotTable or PivotChart, but they take up a bit of room. By moving the buttons to the chart, you free room for more visuals.