Enabling and Utilizing VBA in Excel: A Guide

Microsoft Visual Basic for Application is a powerful program that allows non-programmers to automate tasks in Microsoft Office applications by recording, creating, and editing macros. VBA provides an interface for users to type codes to run a command or task. This article provides step-by-step instructions on how to enable and use VBA in Excel.

To enable and use VBA in Excel, follow these steps:

1. Launch Excel and click on the Developer tab.

2. Click the Visual Basic button in the Code group.

3. Click the Insert tab and select Module in the menu.

4. Type the code on the model sheet.

5. Click the Run button and select Run Sub/UserForm.

6. To delete the module, right-click it and select Remove Module 1.

To add a VBA button in Excel, follow these steps:

1. Click the Insert button on the Developer tab.

2. Select the button option in the Form Controls group.

3. Draw the button on the spreadsheet.

4. Right-click the button and select Assign Macro from the menu.

5. Click New and type the code of the module sheet.

6. Click the Run button and select Run Sub/UserForm.

7. Minimize the Microsoft Visual Basic for Application window.

8. Click the button in the spreadsheet to run the command.

The article also explains the differences between VBA and Script in Excel. While VBA macros are developed for desktop solutions, Office Scripts are designed for secure, cross-platform, and crowd-based solutions. VBA has more coverage of Excel features, particularly those offered on desktop clients, while Office Scripts cover all scenarios for Excel on the web.

In conclusion, this article provides a comprehensive guide on how to enable and use VBA in Excel, as well as explaining the differences between VBA and Script in Excel.