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You may also want to insert a blank column at the beginning for better clarity. Shrinking row heights and using bold fonts for headers can improve the overall presentation. Once these adjustments are made, your planner will already be taking shape.
Including a Budget Tracker
An essential feature of any gift planner is a budget tracker. To set this up, add a new section starting from column H, with the headings: Budget, Remaining, Spent, and Total Items.
Use the "SUM" function to calculate the total spent, and the difference between your budget and spent amounts for remaining funds. Additionally, the "COUNT" function will help you tally the total gifts you’ve purchased.