> ## Documentation Index
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> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Installation Guide

> Installation guidance for the Credit Benchmark Excel Add-In.

Access Credit Benchmark data in Excel.

Bring consensus credit risk data directly into Excel for portfolio monitoring, issuer analysis, and internal-versus-benchmark comparison. Request an account to start using the add-in and streamline recurring credit and risk reporting workflows.

## What the Add-In Does

The Credit Benchmark Excel Add-In gives credit and risk professionals direct access to consensus credit risk data inside Excel, making it easier to analyze issuers, monitor portfolios, and produce consistent reports.

Instead of manually sourcing and formatting data, users can pull Credit Benchmark content directly into spreadsheets and incorporate it into existing models, templates, and reporting packs. The add-in supports portfolio monitoring, peer analysis, internal-versus-consensus comparison, and ad hoc credit review.

## Install From Microsoft Marketplace

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<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the marketplace listing">
    Go to the [Credit Benchmark Excel Add-In on Microsoft Marketplace](https://marketplace.microsoft.com/en-us/product/WA200010605).
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add it to Excel">
    Select **Get it now** and follow the Microsoft prompts to add the add-in to Excel.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Open the add-in in Excel">
    After installation, open the **Credit Benchmark** add-in or task pane in Excel to review the in-app description and sign-in prompts.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Request access if needed">
    A Credit Benchmark subscription is required. If you do not already have access, request an account to start using the add-in.
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Need Help?

Questions or feedback? Email [support@creditbenchmark.com](mailto:support@creditbenchmark.com).