Excel Spreadsheets

Identify Errors In Excel Spreadsheets Easily

Some of the tools and methods to identify and correct errors in Excel spreadsheets are briefly discussed below to show you how you can improve the accuracy of Excel spreadsheets. In addition, users will benefit from Excel auditing tools as available from Miricle Solutions to minimize the time spent on finding and correcting errors in large Excel spreadsheets.

Spreadsheet Design

It is important to check the formatting of numbers. When designing Excel spreadsheets, pay special attention to number formatting right from the start. If you for instance, use percentage instead of general or use accounting instead of currency the accuracy of the Excel spreadsheets can be compromised. Make sure the number formatting throughout the spreadsheets is done correctly.

Calculator As Control Method

Do spot checks throughout the Excel spreadsheets by using a normal calculator to determine the expected outcome of an Excel calculation. If the outcomes differ vastly from your calculator answer there is most probably an error with the formula or range applied to.

Controlled Checking By Another Person

It is often difficult to identify Excel spreadsheet errors if you are the creator of the spreadsheets. Have another person check your Excel spreadsheets as this will help to detect overlooked errors.

Comparison With Known Values

Use another source to confirm that you have done the calculations in the correct way where possible.

Use A Spreadsheet Auditing Tool

Invest in an auditing tool to reduce the labour involved in checking Excel spreadsheets for errors.

Learn How To Use The Auditing Tools Of Excel

Finally it is also important to learn how to use the various auditing tools in Excel for checking Excel spreadsheets.

Attend our Excel training courses or download one of the courses to study and master specific modules in Excel spreadsheets. Once you have improved your Excel skills it will be easier to identify and correct errors such as range, formula, and formatting errors in Excel spreadsheets. View our range of training options and contact us for enrolment information.