Understand and use macros productively – no programming required

Discover how easy it is to automate everyday tasks in Excel using macros — without any programming skills.
In this practical seminar, you will learn how to record macros, adjust them, and run them with a single click to complete routine tasks faster, more securely, and with fewer errors.

You will learn how to integrate your macros into the ribbon, automatically assign number formats, or create PivotTables with just one click. This hands‑on course gives you confidence in working with Excel macros and shows you how to tailor Excel perfectly to your personal workflows.

Our experienced trainers will show you:

• how to use macros effectively to automate recurring tasks
• how to operate the macro recorder safely and structure macros logically
• how to run, share, and protect macros from unauthorized access
• how to optimize Excel interfaces, reports, and Pivot analyses using macros
• how to avoid common errors — and how to inspect macros in the VBA editor if needed

Your Benefits at a Glance

• Practical Excel 365 macro training — no programming required
• Automate recurring tasks with just a few clicks
• Learn to create, run, and share macros safely
• Numerous real‑world examples for immediate workplace use
• Hybrid workshop: join on-site or live online
• Includes a tailored handbook and step‑by‑step instructions

Seminar Content

Macro Basics

• What can macros do for you?
• Preparing Excel for macro usage
• Working with the macro recorder
• Relative vs. absolute references — what’s the difference?
• Adding macros as buttons in the ribbon

Nice to Know About Macros

• Starting macros via buttons
• Advantages of the personal macro workbook
• Setting up macro security correctly
• Protecting macros from unauthorized access
• Sharing macros with colleagues
• Handling error messages properly
• First look into the VBA editor

Now Let the Macros Work for You

• Format and edit tables at the press of a button
• Automatically assign custom number formats
• Customize the Excel interface using macros
• Filter data and calculate subtotals efficiently
• Apply conditional formatting automatically
• Create and edit PivotTables faster using macros

Target Audience

• Anyone who wants to automate routine tasks and save time
• Users who want to understand macros and use them purposefully
• Anyone curious about what macros can do behind the scenes

Prerequisites

• Good basic knowledge of Excel
• Experience creating and adjusting PivotTables is helpful