Advantages
- It features high file compatibility
- It offers powerful customization
- The interface is intuitive and easy to use
- It has a very powerful system of formulas
- It can handle large amounts of data
- More users can work together on the same file
- Provides data protection options
Disadvantages
- Handling large amounts of data requires a powerful PC
- It’s expensive
- It’s compatible only with Microsoft Windows and Apple Mac OS platforms
- Hackers can use macros in order to attach viruses to an Excel file
Components
- Active cell
- Column headings
- Formula bar
- Name box
- Mouse pointer
- Row headings
- Sheet tabs
- Task Pane
- Tab scrolling buttons
- Toolbars