New tool explained: boost your efficiency with checkboxes
Excel Tips2 Feb 2025

New tool explained: boost your efficiency with checkboxes

Ready to unlock a hidden gem in your Microsoft Excel subscription?

In this episode you'll discover the power of checkboxes with practical examples to explore how this new function can streamline your workflow.

This includes how to use TRUE/FALSE values in formulas and conditional formatting to dynamically control calculations and visuals. Learn from examples such as inflation adjustments in a budget model and applying a strikethrough format to a to-do list.

Additionally, gain insight into how checkboxes are used in the logical test of the IF function and learn essential keyboard shortcuts for an efficiency boost.

For fast reference, use the episode timestamps:

  • 00:21 Introducing the new checkbox feature 
  • 01:03 How checkboxes work in Excel 

  • 02:35 Using checkboxes in budget models 

  • 03:23 Keyboard shortcuts for checkboxes 

  • 04:19 Protecting checkbox cells

  • 04:50 Checkboxes with the IF function

  • 05:32 Using checkboxes for task management

  • 07:55 Checkboxes in formatted tables

  • 09:20 Conclusion and further resources

You'll find the new checkboxes function in the insert ribbon between illustrations and charts in the subscription version.

Level up your Excel game by tuning in now.

Host: Neale Blackwood CPA has more than 20 years of experience as a Microsoft Excel educator. He is the author of more than 200 INTHEBLACK articles as well as a book, Advanced Excel Reporting for Management Accountants.

CPA Australia publishes four podcasts, providing commentary and thought leadership across business, finance, and accounting:

Search for them in your podcast platform.

You can email the podcast team at podcasts@cpaaustralia.com.au

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