Backstage view is a feature that provides many options for managing your files. You can save, open, print, and share your workbooks easily.

To access Backstage view:

  1. Click the File tab on the Ribbon.
  2. The Backstage view will appear.

This allows you to manage your file settings and tasks in one place.


You can use the arrow to close Backstage view and return to Excel.


The Info pane will appear whenever you access Backstage view. It contains information about the current workbook.


From here, you can create a new blank workbook or choose from a large selection of templates.


From here, you can open recent workbooks, as well as workbooks saved to your OneDrive or on your computer.


Use Save and Save As to save your workbook to your computer or to your OneDrive.


From the Print pane, you can change the print settings and print your workbook. You can also see a preview of your workbook.


From here, you can invite people to view and collaborate on your workbook. You can also share your workbook by emailing it as an attachment.


You can choose to export your workbook in another format, such as PDF/XPS or Excel 1997-2003.


Here, you can publish your workbook to Power BI, Microsoft's cloud-sharing service for Excel workbooks.


Click here to close the current workbook.


From the Account pane, you can access your Microsoft account information, modify your theme and background, and sign out of your account.


Here, you can change various Excel options, settings, and language preferences.


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