How do you apply a formula to a cell in Google Sheets?
Applying a formula to a cell in Google Sheets is a fundamental aspect of working with spreadsheets. Here's how you can do it :
Select the Cell : Click on the cell where you want to apply the formula. The selected cell will have a highlighted border around it.
Start the Formula : Once the cell is selected, start typing the formula directly into the cell. Formulas in Google Sheets always begin with an equals sign (=).
Enter the Formula : Type the formula you want to use. For example, to add the numbers in cells A1 and B1, you would type = A1+B1.
Press Enter (or Tab) : After entering the formula, press the "Enter" key on your keyboard to confirm the formula and execute it. The calculated result of the formula will appear in the cell. Alternatively, you can also press the "Tab" key to confirm the formula and move to the next cell to the right.
Review the Result : Verify that the formula has been applied correctly and that the result in the cell matches your expectations.
