Excel can perform an array of basic math operations, and the articles we've listed here will show you how to create the formulas you need to add, subtract, multiply, or divide numbers. Plus, learn how to work with exponents and basic math functions.
How to Subtract in Excel Topics cover How to subtract numbers using a formula. A step-by-step example of creating a subtraction formula in Excel using point and click. Why using cell references will make it easy to update your calculations if your data should ever change.
How to Divide in Excel - Topics covered: How to divide two numbers using a formula. A step-by-step example of creating a division formula in Excel using point and click. Why using cell references will make it easy to update your calculations if your data should ever change.
How to Multiply in Excel - Topics covered How to multiply two numbers using a formula. A step-by-step example of creating a multiplication formula in Excel using point and click. Why using cell references will make it easy to update your calculations if your data should ever change.
How to Add in Excel - Topics covered: How to add two numbers using a formula. A step-by-step example of creating an addition formula in Excel using point and click. Why using cell references will make it easy to update your calculations if your data should ever change.
Exponents in Excel - Although less used than the mathematical operators listed above, Excel uses the caret character ( ^ ) as the exponent operator in formulas. Exponents are sometimes referred to as repeated multiplication since the exponent indicates how many times the base number should be multiplied by itself.
Excel Math Functions - In addition to the basic math formulas listed above, Excel has several functions — built-in formulas — that can be used to carry out many mathematical operations.