Excel add-in for formula auditing

Seems like Turbo TTS and Arixcel are some popular options, so those are the two I’ve been looking at. Does anyone have an opinion on which would be better, or have any other add-ins which are game changers in terms of overall shortcuts/formula auditing?

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Based on the most helpful WSO content, here are some insights on Excel add-ins for formula auditing and overall shortcuts:

Popular Add-Ins:

  1. Turbo TTS:

    • Comparable to the TTS plugin.
    • Useful for various tasks, though specific details on formula auditing are not provided.
  2. Arixcel:

    • Not specifically mentioned in the provided context, so no detailed information is available.

Other Recommended Add-Ins:

  1. Macabacus:

    • Mentioned as comparable to TTS plugin.
    • Useful for various Excel tasks, including potentially formula auditing.
  2. Thinkcell:

    • Primarily used for creating charts in PowerPoint.
    • Intuitive user interface but can be slow due to high processor usage.
  3. Federal Reserve Economic Database Add-In:

    • Allows downloading economic data directly into Excel.
    • Useful for financial analysis and modeling.
  4. Ex Stock:

    • Downloads stock exchange data into Excel.
    • Includes financial statements, balance sheets, cash flow, price history, and technical indicators.

Handy Features and Tools:

  • Connecting Routine Tasks to Custom Shortcuts:

    • Enhances efficiency by automating repetitive tasks.
  • Adding Excel 2003 Menu to Excel 2007 and 2010 Ribbon:

    • Helps users familiar with older versions of Excel.
  • Breaking Up Complicated Formulas:

    • Makes it easier to trace precedent and dependent cells.
  • Automatic Cell Coloring Based on Custom Settings:

    • Improves visual clarity and data organization.

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For more detailed discussions and user experiences, you might want to check out the full threads on Wall Street Oasis: - https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/excel-tools-ad…</a">Excel: Tools, Add-Ins, and Macros - https://www.wallstreetoasis.com/forum/investment-banking/tools-of-the-t…</a">Tools of the Trade: Pro Tips

If you need further assistance or specific user opinions, these threads are a great place to start.

Sources: Excel: Tools, Add-Ins, and Macros, Excel: Tools, Add-Ins, and Macros, Tools of the Trade: Pro Tips, What additional Excel functions do you wish for?, Most used excel shortcuts?

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