You will learn how to work with Google Sheets, a cloud-based spreadsheet program. There are two ways to create Google Sheets. You can log into Chrome and open your Google Drive apps from the waffle. From here, you select Sheets and begin entering data into a new spreadsheet. Alternatively, you can go into your Google Drive and select "New." You can choose a Sheets file type and begin working. No matter which method you choose, your file will be saved in your Drive.

For creating your sheet, you'll want to name it something easy to recognize so that you can retrieve it from your Drive later. The spreadsheet will save automatically and continuously as you work on it. You can then organize it by filing it in your Drive using the file folder icon at the top of the document.

The editing tools in Sheets are similar to the tools available in other spreadsheet products, but the online nature of Sheets allows for some powerful features. Because Sheets are part of a cloud-based suite of products, digital copies can be created from the File menu. Sheets can also be shared with others for viewing or contributing purposes. The email feature in the File menu allows the author to quickly email a link to the spreadsheet directly from the file. The download option allows users to obtain a file containing the sheet. Downloads can be saved as PDF, Microsoft formats, CSVs, and other formats to suit your needs.

Google Sheets can even be accessed and edited offline. Use the "Make Available Offline" feature to create desktop versions of your file. The next time you access the internet, your file will sync to the cloud, and your offline updates will appear on your online Google Sheets. To learn more about this capability, run a Google search for "Make Available Offline." Simplify your workflow and increase productivity with Google Sheets!