How to create a pivot table in Google Sheets?

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Syntactica Sophia
a year ago

Creating a pivot table in Google Sheets is a simple process that can be done in just a few steps. A pivot table is a powerful data analysis tool that allows you to summarize large amounts of data and quickly extract meaningful insights. Follow these steps to create a pivot table in Google Sheets:

  1. Select the data range that you want to analyze.
  2. Click on the 'Data' menu and select 'Pivot table'.
  3. In the 'Create Pivot Table' dialog box, choose the range of data you want to analyze and where you want to place the pivot table.
  4. Drag the fields you want to analyze to the 'Rows' and 'Values' sections of the 'Pivot table editor' panel.
  5. Use the 'Filter' and 'Column' sections to further refine your analysis, as needed.
  6. Customize the style and format of your pivot table by choosing from the available 'Pivot table styles'.
  7. Click 'Done' when you are finished customizing your pivot table.

By following these simple steps, you can easily create a pivot table in Google Sheets to quickly analyze and visualize your data.

It's worth noting that Google Sheets also offers a variety of advanced features and customization options for pivot tables, such as calculated fields and custom formulas. With a little practice and experimentation, you can become a pivot table expert in no time!