This document discusses macros in Excel and how they can be used to automate tasks and make work more efficient. It defines a macro as Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code saved inside an Excel document. It explains that macros can apply styles, manipulate data, communicate with other data sources, and create new documents. The document provides step-by-step instructions for recording a macro by selecting cells and formatting, and for running a recorded macro. It recommends recording macros in small, editable steps and including shortcut keys to easily access macros. Resources for learning more about macros are also provided.

1. WORKING WITH MACROS
Session Taught by Jennifer Garbett and Zahra Khushbakht

2. MACROS:
AN EXTREMELY USEFUL TOOL
Macros can make your work more efficient:
 Apply style and formatting.
 Manipulate data and text.
 Communicate with data sources (database, text files, etc.).
 Create entirely new documents.
 Any combination, in any order, of any of the above.
 Essentially… it can make your work easier and save you time! 

3. WHAT IS A MACRO?
Visual Basic for Applications (VBA) code
saved inside a document
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Guess What?
You do NOT
need to know coding
to record
or run Macros.

4. STEPS TO RECORDING A MACRO
1. Go to Developer > Code >
Record Macro.
2. Name the macro (short cut)
and click OK.
3. All actions will be recorded:
cell changes, formatting, etc.
4. Confirm Excel is in record mode,
Press Stop Recording when done.
5. Save file as macro enabled
template (XLTM)
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5. HOW TO RUN A MACRO
1. Go to Developer > Code > Macros >
Select Macro from List Names > Run.
2. OR You can use the short cut that
you chose to name your Macro with.
Example: [Ctrl] [Shift] [K]
3. You should see the results of your
Macro on the worksheet

6. TIPS AND TRICKS
 Don’t record one giant macro
 Record macros in small steps:
Easier to edit and manage
 Then include all macros together
WHY?
 If one part of the macro doesn’t
work, or needs to be updated…
 Just re-record that one part
 Easy Peasy!
 Press [Alt] [ 8] to view your Macros
 You can make a shortcut key to
easily access your Macro

7. NOW TRY IT YOURSELF…
Request your free Macro exercise: email Jennifer
 smiles4jenn@gmail.com
For extra practice:
 Try a simple skill-building exercise
 Created with step by step instructions
 Designed to successfully guide you through
 Feedback and support are available through
email or LinkedIn mail

8. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
 http://chandoo.org/wp/2014/10/09/cp022-whats-a-macro-introduction-to-
excel-vba-macros-automation/
 http://www.howtogeek.com/162975/geek-school-learn-how-to-use-excel-
macros-to-automate-tedious-tasks/
Helpful Videos:
 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8HX2l5xeMjc
Helpful Websites for reviewing Excel Macros:

9. THANKS FOR JOINING US!