Switch from Excel to Sheets
Differences between Excel and Sheets
Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets have many similar features and important differences. This article compares features and summarizes differences.
Comparison at a glance
*Sheets instructions are web-only.
| In Microsoft Excel... | In Sheets* ... |
|---|---|
| Collaborate in Excel for the web | Collaborate in real-time from Sheets |
| Share using Excel for the web or a shared workbook | Share directly from Sheets |
| Save automatically using SharePoint or OneDrive | Save automatically to Drive |
| Manage versions with History or Version History in OneDrive | Manage versions with version history |
| Add formulas and use Formula AutoComplete for suggestions |
Add formulas and use formula suggestions that appear as you enter text |
| Record macros or use VBE | Record macros or use Google Apps Script |
| Create filters | Create filters and filter views |
| Set notifications in OneDrive | Set notifications in Sheets |
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