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UNIT 2 Chapter 5

The document discusses macros in electronic spreadsheets, defining them as sequences of commands that automate repetitive tasks. It outlines situations where macros can be applied, actions not recorded by macros, and differences between LibreOffice Macros Library and user-defined macros. Additionally, it highlights the distinction between predefined functions and macros, naming rules for macros, and the advantages of using macros for efficiency.

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UNIT 2 Chapter 5

The document discusses macros in electronic spreadsheets, defining them as sequences of commands that automate repetitive tasks. It outlines situations where macros can be applied, actions not recorded by macros, and differences between LibreOffice Macros Library and user-defined macros. Additionally, it highlights the distinction between predefined functions and macros, naming rules for macros, and the advantages of using macros for efficiency.

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UNIT 2: ELECTRONIC SPREADSHEET (ADVANCED)

Chapter 5: Using Macros in Spreadsheet Class: X


Q.1. what is a Macro? List any two real life situations where they can be used.
Ans. A macro is a sequence of instructions or commands that automate repetitive
tasks in software applications. In other words we can say that a macro is a single
instruction that executes a set of instructions.

Here are two real-life situations where macros can be used


1. Data Entry
2. Document Formatting
Q2. List the actions that are not recorded by a macro.
Ans. Actions that are not recorded by a macro are:
1. Opening of windows
2. Actions carried out in another window than where the recording was
started.
3. Window switching
4. Actions that are not related to the spreadsheet contents.
5. Selections are recorded only if they are done by using the keyboard
(cursor traveling), but not when the mouse is used.
6. The macro recorder works only in Calc and Writer.

Q.3. How is LibreOffice Macros Library different from my Macros?


Ans:-

LibreOffice Macro Library My Macros


This library is inbuilt in LibreOffice. This is user defined library.
This library contains inbuilt macros which This library contains macros recorded by
cannot be changed. user which cannot change at any time.

Q.4. Differentiate between predefined function in Calc and Macros as a function.


Ans

Predefined function Macros as a function


These are built in functions These are user defined functions.
It does not involve any programming It involves writing code in Basic.
It cannot be customized It can be customized

Q.5 List the rules that should be kept in mind while naming a macro.
Ans. Rules that should be kept in mind while naming a macro are:
1. Name should begin with a letter
2. Name should not contain spaces
3. Name should not contain special characters except for _(underscore)
Q.6 Give any one Advantages of Macros.
Ans. Macros automate repetitive tasks, saving time and increases efficiency and
consistency.

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