A pivot table is a useful tool in data analysis that can give you an overview of your data. We'll show you how to create one in Excel and Google Sheets.

Here's how to create a pivot table in Excel to slice and dice your data, letting you perform in-depth analyses and spot important trends.

Since the ability to quickly sift through figures is paramount for a journalist using data, the ability to create and use a pivot table tool is vital. The majority of spreadsheet programs have the ...