Excel has many built-in spreadsheet functions. However, by writing your own macro, you will be able to perform various tasks with greater comfort. In addition, it can be added to the Excel function menu.
A macro is a piece of computer code written in VBA. Basic information about it can be found on our website. Before creating a macro, read the sections below to learn about all the features of working with code.
Security options
Excel is protected from unwanted software that can get onto your PC with additional code. Before running macros, check that the required security settings are set.
Visual Basic editor
Excel itself has a built-in editor called Visual Basic. It allows you to work with code while interacting with table data.
Recording macros
This function will help, if necessary, to quickly write VBA code, which will later be used to perform periodic tasks. In addition, recording macros will be useful when creating complex code.
VBA Tutorial
If you need to get familiar with the basic principles of the VBA language, you should read about them in a small tutorial that is available on the site.