"The Microsoft Excel (Beginner) test starts by assessing the candidate’s understanding of the basic navigation and interface of Excel, including how to work with the ribbon, toolbars, and various menus. Candidates will demonstrate their ability to enter, format, and manage data, including tasks such as adjusting column widths, applying text styles, and organizing data within worksheets.

The test also evaluates the candidate's knowledge of basic formulas and functions, such as SUM, AVERAGE, and simple arithmetic operations, ensuring they can perform basic calculations efficiently. Data management skills are tested, including sorting and filtering data, as well as the ability to use basic conditional formatting to highlight key information.

Additionally, candidates will be assessed on their ability to implement basic data validation and protection techniques, such as setting data entry rules and protecting worksheet content. Finally, the test introduces PivotTables, where candidates will gain a foundational understanding of how to create and manipulate simple PivotTables for basic data analysis.

This comprehensive assessment ensures that candidates are well-prepared to handle everyday tasks in Excel, enabling them to manage and analyze data effectively, and lay the groundwork for more advanced Excel skills."