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Method and system for constructing a formula in a spreadsheet

  • US 5,890,174 A
  • Filed: 11/16/1995
  • Issued: 03/30/1999
  • Est. Priority Date: 11/16/1995
  • Status: Expired due to Term
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1. In association with a computer system, a method for constructing a formula in a cell of a spreadsheet, comprising the steps of:

  • displaying a first dialog box that lists selectable functions;

    accepting the selection of one of the functions for insertion into the formula;

    displaying a second dialog box for the selection of parameters for the selected function;

    accepting the selection of parameters; and

    inserting the resultant formula into a result cell.

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