In Microsoft Excel, selecting cells is essential for formatting, performing calculations, and organizing data. Here are different ways to select cells or ranges effectively:

 1. Select a Single Cell
   - Click on the cell you want to select.

 2. Select a Range of Cells
   - Click and drag from the starting cell to the ending cell in the range.
   - Alternatively, click the first cell, hold down the Shift key, and click the last cell in the range.