Number Formatting in Excel
In this chapter, we'll delve into formatting techniques that enhance the presentation and readability of numeric data in Excel.
We'll cover how to format numbers as currency, percentages, and dates, as well as how to create custom number formats tailored to specific needs.
Key Points
- Use the Locale function in the Number Format menu to format dates to various styles and regional preferences;
- Format your numbers as a Currency in the Number Format menu;
- Change the Currency Symbol and the amount of Decimal places in your numbers;
- Create Custom Number Formats by selecting the Custom function;
- Utilise the Quick Access options in the Number group on the Home tab to adjust decimal places, apply main currency formats, percentages, and thousands separators.
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Number Formatting in Excel
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In this chapter, we'll delve into formatting techniques that enhance the presentation and readability of numeric data in Excel.
We'll cover how to format numbers as currency, percentages, and dates, as well as how to create custom number formats tailored to specific needs.
Key Points
- Use the Locale function in the Number Format menu to format dates to various styles and regional preferences;
- Format your numbers as a Currency in the Number Format menu;
- Change the Currency Symbol and the amount of Decimal places in your numbers;
- Create Custom Number Formats by selecting the Custom function;
- Utilise the Quick Access options in the Number group on the Home tab to adjust decimal places, apply main currency formats, percentages, and thousands separators.
Everything was clear?
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SectionΒ 2. ChapterΒ 3