Add, Subtract, Multiply & Divide in Excel

Question

How do you add, subtract, multiply, and divide in Excel?

Answer

Type an equal sign (=), use math operators, and then press ENTER.  

  • =10+5 to add 
  • =10-5 to subtract 
  • =10*5 to multiply 
  • =10/5 to divide  

Formulas are visible in the formula bar when you select a cell that contains a result. If the formula bar is not visible, on the Tools menu, click Options. Click the View tab, and select the Formula bar check box. 

For more information about Formulas and Functions in Excel, please view the full tutorial from the CTL here: Excel Part 3

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