An intersection is the point at which two lines, columns, and rows, meet. In a spreadsheet, for example, the intersection of a column and row is the cell located at the “intersection point.” It may contain data, formulas, or nothing at all.
Understanding the Basics
A spreadsheet is made up of rows and columns. Rows generally give information about the data contained in the cells, while columns store and contain the data, formulas, and calculations.
When a row and a column are intersected, they form a cell. A cell is the smallest part of a spreadsheet. Each cell can contain individual data and information. When working in a spreadsheet, you will use the intersections to keep track of what data is contained in each specific cell.
Working with Cells and Intersections
When you’re working with cells and intersections, you will find that they contain information that helps you organize and manage the data within the workbook. Cells are organized into rows and columns. In each row and column, information contained in the cells are organized in the same way.
The intersection of a row and a column is the cell that contains data. This data can be in the form of numbers, text, formulas, or calculations. To access the data contained in an intersection, you will need to select the intersection by clicking it. This will open the cell in the center of the cell and allow you to view the information contained within it.
FAQs
Q: What is a column?
A: A column is a vertical arrangement of cells in a spreadsheet. Each row in a spreadsheet corresponds to a column. Columns are important for organizing your data and information.
Q: What is a row?
A: A row is a horizontal arrangement of cells in a spreadsheet. Each column in a spreadsheet corresponds to a row. Rows are important for organizing your data and information.
Q: What is a cell?
A: A cell is the smallest unit of a spreadsheet. Each cell can contain individual data and information. Cells are organized into rows and columns.
Q: What is an intersection?
A: An intersection is the point at which two lines, columns, and rows, meet. In a spreadsheet, for example, the intersection of a column and row is the cell located at the “intersection point.” It may contain data, formulas, or nothing at all.
Q: What is the purpose of an intersection?
A: The purpose of an intersection is to identify where two lines of information meet and to organize the data contained in the spreadsheet. When working in a spreadsheet, you will use the intersections to keep track of what data is contained in each specific cell.