Microsoft's spreadsheet program can do way more than you might imagine. These are the hacks and tricks you need to know.

Stop manually inserting rows and columns—use Excel's "secret" right-click-drag menu to move, swap, and convert data instantly.

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...