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The following articles are available for the 'Add-Ins' topic. Click the article's title (shown in bold) to see the associated article.
Automatically Loading Add-ins
Want to load a particular add-in for use with a specific worksheet? Here's a quick way to do it using macros.
Excluding a Specific Add-In at Startup
Got an add-in that you don't want loaded during start-up? Here's a few ways that you can exclude it.
Removing Add-ins
Add-ins are used to extend Excel's capabilities in lots of different ways. If you want to get rid of an add-in completely, you'll love the technique described in this tip.
The EDATE Function
Want to figure a date a certain number of months in the future or past? The EDATE function may be just what you need for your calculation.
Understanding Add-Ins
The primary way to extend what Excel can do is through the use of add-ins. This tip explains what they are and the benefits of using them.
Using Custom Add-Ins
Once you've created your custom add-in, you need to know how you or other people can use it. Here are the simple steps to making your add-in part of Excel.
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