The MS Excel® 2013 Study Brief provides the end-user with a condensed quick reference to the 2013 upgrade of this popular spreadsheet application. It is intended to serve as a basic guide to getting started for new and developing users or as a quick refresher of essentials for the experienced user of Microsoft Excel®. This title provides a timely orientation to the 2013 version, including current updates, productivity improvements, discontinued feaatures with suggested workarounds, as well as links to new developments and trusted web resources to find additional information and learn more. This Study Brief collects and organizes a wealth of need-to-know information in a short format. Differences when moving between Office 365 and Office 2013 versions are outlined as well as additional benefits available for Professional Plus users. In addition to highlighting key elements of the MS Excel® 2013 main screen, it includes useful worksheet functions, time-saving features, handy keyboard shortcuts and helpful guidelines for customizing windows and toolbars, working with PivotTables, using advanced functions and creating charts.