When to use Excel SUM Function

SUM function can be used to add all numbers in a range of cells.

What it Returns

It returns a number that represents the sum of all the numbers.

Syntax

=SUM(number1, [number2],…])

Input Arguments

number1 – the first number you want to add. It can be a cell reference, a cell range, or can be manually entered. [number2] – (Optional) the second number you want to add. It can be a cell reference, a cell range, or can be manually entered.

Additional Notes

If an argument is an array or reference, only numbers in that array or reference are counted. Empty cells, logical values, or text in the array or reference are ignored If any of the argument is an error, it displays an error.

Excel SUM Function – Live Example

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