Advanced options for formatting with Python
The Python section of this chapter is organized into the following three sections:
- Cell formatting: Cell formatting is crucial for presenting data in a visually appealing and organized manner. We will demonstrate how to apply various formatting styles to cells, such as setting font properties (for example, size, color, bold, and italic), adjusting cell background colors, and aligning text within cells. You will learn how to create professional-looking tables with well-formatted cells that enhance data readability.
- Conditional formatting: Conditional formatting allows you to dynamically format cells based on specific conditions. We will walk you through the process of applying conditional formatting to highlight important data points, visualize trends, and identify outliers. You will discover how to use
pandas
andopenpyxl
to implement various conditional formatting rules, such as color scales, data bars, and icon sets, making...