If you're ready to take the next step with Excel, then look no further. By using VBA (Visual Basic Application), you can discover a side of Microsoft Excel that most users never uncover.

Excel 2000 Programming For Dummies introduces you to a wide array of new Excel options, including options for creating new worksheet functions; automating tasks and operations; creating new appearances, toolbars, and menus; and doing much more.

First, you get well-acquainted with the most important tools and operations for the Visual Basic Editor; then, you get a quick overview of the essential elements and concepts for programming with Excel. Discover techniques for handling errors and exterminating bugs, the basics of working with range objects and controlling program flow, and much more. With friendly advice on the easiest ways to develop custom dialog boxes (also known as UserForms) and create custom toolbars and menus, you'll soon be creating the interfaces that best suit your unique needs.

By the time you rip through Excel 2000 Programming For Dummies, you'll not only have maximized your macros, you'll have moved on to creating Excel applications with the best programmers on the block.