To apply the Home Depot inspired color palette to Excel, follow these steps:

1. Open Excel: Start by opening your Excel workbook.

2. Access the Colors: Go to the “Page Layout” tab on the ribbon.

3. Colors: Click on the “Colors” dropdown menu in the Themes section, then select “Customize Colors”.

4. Define Custom Colors: Here you can input the HEX codes for each color in the corresponding fields:
   • Text/Background - Dark 1: Deep Black - #000000
   • Text/Background - Light 1: Soft White - #F7F7F7
   • Accent 1: Primary Orange - #F96302
   • Accent 2: Charcoal Gray - #4B4B4B
   • Accent 3: Accent Green - #6BBE45
   • You can choose to leave the other options as default or customize them as needed.

5. Save the Theme: After entering the colors, give your custom theme a name and save it.

6. Apply the Theme: You can now apply your custom theme to charts, tables, and other elements in your Excel workbook.

Usage Recommendations

• Primary Orange ( #F96302 ): Use this for headings, key highlights, or as the main color in charts.
• Charcoal Gray ( #4B4B4B ): Ideal for body text or secondary headings to maintain readability.
• Soft White ( #F7F7F7 ): Great for background areas to keep your data clean and clear.
• Deep Black ( #000000 ): Use for critical information that needs emphasis or contrast against lighter backgrounds.
• Accent Green ( #6BBE45 ): Best for action buttons or important notes, drawing attention without being overwhelming.

Would you like additional assistance with specific chart styles or layouts in Excel using this color palette?