Excel macros: Tips for getting started We’re going to show you how to write your first macro. Once you see how easy it is to automate tasks using macros, you’ll never go back.

Excel macros let you automate repetitive tasks for substantial time savings. Here’s how to put them to work for you.

Microsoft Excel spreadsheets can contain scripts known as macros. Macros are small, simple programs within Excel (or other Office programs) that can automate common tasks.

Save location —Macros saved in “This Workbook” or “New Workbook” function only in those workbooks. To use in all spreadsheets, save macros to the Personal Macro Workbook (PMW).

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