Excel is commonly used for basic mathematical operations like summing columns and rows of figures. It allows users to find values, averages, maximums, and minimums within data. Excel organizes data into a spreadsheet which stores information in columns to make it easier to find and analyze. Within the spreadsheet, data is entered and stored in individual cells that make up tables. Excel also allows users to represent data visually through graphs. It includes functions for text formatting, tables, math operations, and graphing capabilities.