Microsoft has released a free Grok add-in for Microsoft Excel, allowing users to interact with their data using natural language without leaving the workbook.
- Users can ask questions in plain English to analyze ranges, with answers citing specific cells.
- The add-in generates formulas from descriptions, handling syntax for tasks like averages and sorts.
- It supports running scenarios, such as downside cases or forecasts, directly within the sheet.
- Connectors allow Grok to pull context from recent emails or files in SharePoint and Google Drive.
The tool aims to streamline workflows by enabling users to test outcomes and close out month-end without manually rebuilding sheets.