This tag is for Microsoft Excel questions where the question or answers are specifically about the structure, syntax, or output of an Excel formula.
A formula is a way for you to make calculations based upon data written in the spreadsheet.
The best part about formulas is that they are linked to the data in such a way that if the data changes, the formula gives an updated result, reflecting the change immediately (as long as calculation mode is set to "Automatic").
In other words, formulas are mathematical equations which are used to CALCULATE a value. They begin with an equal sign (=).
There is a list of the functions/formulas available within Excel:
- In Excel 2003, go to Insert » Function, or press Shift+F3
- In Excel 2007, 2010, 2013 or 2016, go to Formulas Tab » Insert Function
The excel-formula tag (and the related worksheet-function tag) are used when asking questions about the use of specific formulas or worksheet functions in Excel.
Links: