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# Creating a Query Using the Pop Out Task Pane

> How to use the Excel Plug-In task pane to create, manage, and run queries.

# Excel plug-in: creating a query using the pop out Task Pane

## The pop out Task Pane

A pop-out task pane appears on the right side of your spreadsheet and can be minimized, opened, or closed.

<Tip>
  If the pane is not visible, use the "Restore Task Pane" button in the CloudQuant menu.
</Tip>

## Pane features

### Query tab

The Query tab displays queries you have created, allowing you to edit, re-run, or delete them. Queries are stored in the spreadsheet where they are created, enabling sharing with other licensed users.

The bottom section shows query results. If a query fails, it displays the reason.

### Datasets tab

The Datasets tab lets you create queries directly from the task pane as a shortcut to using the Wizard:

1. **Step 1**: Select your dataset
2. **Step 2**: Name your query, enter symbols, and select your time range
3. **Step 3**: Select data placement — "New Sheet", "Active Cell", or "Replace Table" (for editing existing queries)

<Note>
  When the DATASET pane is selected, ribbon bar options are grayed out. Select the QUERY tab to restore them.
</Note>

### Resizing the Task Pane

Drag the left frame edge until your cursor becomes a double arrow, then click and drag to resize. Columns can also be resized using double-arrows on column dividers.

### Restoring the pane

Use the restore icon in the CloudQuant ribbon menu if you close the pane entirely.

## Result sets

Results are placed into tables named after your query. If data goes to a new sheet, that sheet is also named after the query.

<Tip>
  Give queries specific, simple names. Access named ranges through Excel's Name Manager (accessible via the lightbulb icon).
</Tip>