Summary  
This chapter covers tracing and validating formula dependencies, stepping through complex calculations, and monitoring key values in real time to debug and ensure accuracy.  

General domain of usage  
Spreadsheet auditing

**Auditing** tools help **tracing** and **validating** formulas, ensuring **accuracy** and uncovering any **errors** that might be lurking in your spreadsheet. 

- **Trace Precedents** shows which cells contribute to a formula via **Formulas** tab → **Formula Auditing** group;
- **Trace Dependents** shows which cells rely on a formula via **Formulas** tab → **Formula Auditing** group;
- **Evaluate Formula** helps step through complex formulas via **Formulas** tab → **Formula Auditing** group;
- **Watch Window** monitors key values in real time via **Formulas** tab → **Calculation** group.

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Auditing Excel Tools

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