Works: How to Convert Francs to Euros in the Works Spreadsheet Program (311900)


The information in this article applies to:

  • Microsoft Works Suite 2001
  • Microsoft Works 6
  • Microsoft Works Suite 2000
  • Microsoft Works 2000
This article was previously published under Q311900

SUMMARY

There is no function dedicated to converting to euros in a Microsoft Works blank spreadsheet.

However, you can create your own formula to handle the conversion, or you can use the Euro Currency Conversions Wizard that is available with Microsoft Works 2000 and later versions.

MORE INFORMATION

To use the Euro Currency Conversions Wizard, follow these steps:
  1. In the Microsoft Works Task Launcher, click Programs.
  2. Click Works Spreadsheet in the left frame.
  3. Click Euro currency conversons, and then click Start this task.
  4. Select one of the following from the template list:

    Budget
    Overview
    Price List

  5. Click Finish.
The following list describes each worksheet in the Euro Currency Conversions Wizard.

Budget: Use this worksheet to budget a trip by using both a local currency and the euro. If the country is a member of the European Union (EU) that has adopted the euro, type the country code. Otherwise, type the current conversion rate.

Overview: Use this worksheet to convert a number to the euro, convert a number from the euro, or convert a number from one EU-member currency to another with the euro as an intermediary (triangulation). The formulas in this worksheet use six-digit precision for triangulation.

Price List: Use this worksheet to track prices using both a local currency and the euro. If the country is a member of the EU that has adopted the euro, type the country code. Otherwise, type the current conversion rate.
Modification Type:MajorLast Reviewed:6/25/2004
Keywords:kbinfo KB311900
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