A pivot table is a useful tool in data analysis that can give you an overview of your data. We'll show you how to create one in Excel and Google Sheets.

After completing these steps, Excel will generate a basic Pivot Table based on your selections, ready for further customization. Excel Pivot Tables Beginner to Pro Guide Watch this video on YouTube.

Pivot tables are one of several Excel tools for extracting meaning out of large groups of numeric data. They can be applied whenever raw data in a spreadsheet or database has to be summarized.

Pivot tables generate great reports in Microsoft Excel, but adding a filter or two can make them even more flexible. Here's how.