Rows, columns, values and filters explained
Say what each pivot table area does, move a field between areas, and keep only the items you choose.
In this lesson
- Rows run down the side, Columns run across the top, and Values are the numbers that get added up.
- Filters keep only the items you pick, without adding rows or columns.
- Move a field to another area to ask a new question. Your list never changes.
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Turn 200 rows of sales into totals by region, read the answer, and re-ask the question by rep or product.
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