

We've also included a generic guide to check the exact version number in most versions of the application. Below are examples shown to help you determine your version of Excel. Once you know the difference between different versions, it's easy to tell which one you're working with. Knowing your exact version makes it easy to tell whether these updates are available to you. Microsoft releases updates to Excel with bug fixes and other improvements. Versions are also important to be able to tell what patch you're on. For example, Excel 2019 is available in two versions depending on whether you have Office 365 or not. You might know the year based off of the application window, but you need to know other things as well.

Sometimes it's hard to tell what Excel version you're working with. If you're having trouble finding what Excel version you're using, we're here to help. It's important to know what features are available to you to maximize your efficiency. Excel has different features depending on the version you're working with.
