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# Calling PHPExcel's native methods

It's possible to call all native PHPExcel methods on the `$excel` and `$sheet` objects.

### Calling Workbook methods

Example:

```
// Get default style for this workbook
$excel->getDefaultStyle();
```

### Calling worksheet methods

Example:

```
// Protect cells
$sheet->protectCells('A1', $password);
```

> Head over to PHPOffice to learn more about the native methods.