Cell
What is a Cell?
Definition
A cell is a single unit within a table or spreadsheet where data is stored or displayed. It is formed at the intersection of a row and a column and can contain text, numbers, or formulas identified by a specific address such as A1. This allows information to be structured into precise units, making data entry, organization, and calculation clear and manageable.
Frayer Model Overview
Characteristics
Formed at the intersection of a row and a column
Holds one piece of data at a time
Can contain text, numbers, or formulas
Identified by a unique address such as A1
Changes appearance when selected or active
Examples
Entering a number into a cell in Excel
Typing text into a specific spreadsheet cell
A cell showing the result of a calculation
Selecting a cell to edit its contents
A highlighted cell ready for data entry
Non-Examples
An entire row or column
A worksheet or spreadsheet as a whole
A chart or graph created from data
A paragraph in a Word document
A table cell in a printed document