Once data is loaded into Excel, Copilot allows users to ask questions in natural language instead of building new formulas.

Excel is powerful, but its formulas can get unwieldy fast. I found a way to simplify even the most bloated ones without losing functionality, and it’s been a total game-changer for my spreadsheets.

I used to play formula roulette every time I dragged the fill handle, hoping Excel wouldn't misinterpret my intentions. Was I supposed to lock the column, the row, or both? Then, the dollar signs ...