Explanation

Saving your workbook ensures that your work is stored safely.

Save updates the current workbook.

Save As allows you to create a new copy with a different name, location or file format.

File Properties

Workbook information can include details such as:

  • File name
  • Location
  • Size
  • Author
  • Dates
  • Related document information

Useful Shortcuts

Ctrl + S → Save

F12 → Save As in supported Excel desktop environments

Practice

Create a workbook called:

Student_Data.xlsx

Then use Save As to create another copy called:

Student_Data_Backup.xlsx