The "Unpivot" button inside Excel's Get Data feature is a hidden superpower. It can turn a tedious, error-prone task into smooth, automated workflows. No more copy-pasting, no more manual rearranging ...

Have you ever stared at a beautifully organized table in Excel—rows and columns perfectly aligned—only to realize it’s a nightmare for analysis? Cross-tab layouts, while visually appealing, can feel ...

Move beyond the basics of sums and averages. These tips open up all kinds of opportunities for working with spreadsheet data. Editor’s Note: This article was originally published in Sept. 2012 and the ...