SLW #004: Fixing text-based calculation errors

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This week, you'll learn how to resolve incorrect calculations when text is merged within the data.

Practical Problem:

Calculations in Excel can become frustrating when dealing with text instead of numbers. It often leads to errors and incorrect results. This practical problem affects many users who need to perform numerical calculations on text data within their spreadsheets. But worry not, as we have three simple and effective solutions to help you resolve this issue.

Benefits after Implementing the solutions:

By implementing these solutions, you can save time and ensure accurate calculations in your Excel worksheets. No more tedious manual data manipulation or struggling with incorrect results, allowing you to make informed decisions based on reliable data.

3 Solutions:

1. Convert to Number: Excel provides a simple function to convert text into numeric values. Select your range, click small " ! Alert" icon on right top corner, then "Convert to number.

2. Text to Column: It's a very simple solution. Select your range, open "Text to column" then click "Finish" button.

 3. Add "--" at the Beginning of Formula: If you encounter text data within formulas, you can resolve the issue by adding "--" at the beginning of the formula. This simple trick coerces Excel to treat the text as numbers, enabling proper calculation. By using this method, you can avoid errors caused by text values in your formulas and ensure accurate results.

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That's it for today.

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