94. Linking data between workbooks

Linking Data Between Workbooks

**Linking Data Between Workbooks** in Excel allows you to reference values or ranges from another workbook dynamically. When the source workbook is updated, the changes are reflected automatically in the linked workbook.

Steps to Link Data Between Workbooks

  • Step 1: Open both the source and destination workbooks in Excel.
  • Step 2: In the destination workbook, go to the cell where you want the data to appear.
  • Step 3: Type =, switch to the source workbook, and select the cell or range you want to link.
  • Step 4: Press Enter. The destination cell will now display the linked data.
  • Step 5: Save both workbooks. Linked data will update automatically when both workbooks are open.

Interactive Example: Linking Data Between Workbooks

Source Workbook

Product Price
Laptop 1200
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Destination Workbook

Product Price (Linked)
Laptop 1200
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Edit the prices in the Source Workbook and click "Update Linked Data" to reflect changes in the Destination Workbook.

This example demonstrates how data from one workbook (Source) is dynamically reflected in another workbook (Destination).

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