How to Develop VBA Macros in Excel?

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Summary: If you want to work on Excel then you should know about the developer tool that you can use to develop visual basic applications to automate your task.

Before we start a discussion over VBA Macros, you should know the basics of this concept. First, is the definition of VBA and it is Visual Basic for Applications. And it is primarily used for Excel files.

Now let’s move to the second big thing of this concept

You know Excel is a tool in itself, but the concept of VBA takes the Excel functions a step ahead. The objective is to further enhance the capabilities of the Excel file. Excel has cells and each cell is a small file. You can enter a huge amount of data into each cell. Also, you can personalize cells for quick recognition.

So, you see that Excel can be developed into a tool that you can use for different tasks. If you see Excel from close, you will find several tools on the top of the file. For example, take a data filter that allows freezing panes. Also, you can insert, hide, and delete cells from a file. It is called the VBA database and you can add more tools to your databank.

Developer tool

Excel has a developer tool that you need to activate to develop more tools like data filter. And it is easier to open and set up the developer tool in an Excel sheet. The process is simple and available in the workbook itself. You can explore the file to activate the developer tool and develop some shortcuts to achieve your goals without spending a huge time on regular tasks.

Knowledge of developer tool

Yes, you need a short training on developing VBA Macros. It is necessary because Excel only provides the tools and not the training. You need to look for tools prepared by others or take online tutorials to develop some tools. The good thing is that you can buy fully developed tools to enhance your speed and functionality.

Advantages of Excel developer tools

1. Speed

Working in Excel is a time-consuming job especially when you have to do repetitive tasks. In Excel, you need to work on each cell and it is what makes it a tedious and sometimes frustrating job. But you can bring speed to your tasks with developer tools.

2. Transparency

A VBA database can help maintain transparency in a process. When you have specific tools for specific jobs, you know which tool does what. It is called transparency as there will be copy-pasting of data from one cell to another and human errors.

3. Confidence

With developer tools, you will get the confidence needed to complete bigger tasks. You will be able to complete the tasks with perfection and within the given time. You will become independent in working on Excel sheets.