This text combines advanced spreadsheet concepts, graphics and practical business applications into a single text. It is designed to be of use in the practical portion of an introduction to computing course or for short courses in Lotus 1-2-3. A building block approach is emphasized to develop advanced applications, with each chapter ensuring vital skill building and comprehension. Each chapter includes: an overview; setting up; keyboarding; saving; printing; quitting; what-if-decision-making; command; summary; review questions; and a running case study.