Advanced Excel Statistical - VALUE Function
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Description
The VALUE function converts a text string that represents a number to a number.
Syntax
VALUE (text)
Arguments
Argument | Description | Required/ Optional |
---|---|---|
Text | The text enclosed in quotation marks or a reference to a cell containing the text you want to convert. | Required |
Notes
Text can be in any of the constant number, date, or time formats recognized by Microsoft Excel. If text is not in one of these formats, VALUE returns the #VALUE! error value.
You do not generally need to use the VALUE function in a formula because Excel automatically converts text to numbers as necessary. This function is provided for compatibility with other spreadsheet programs.
Applicability
Excel 2007, Excel 2010, Excel 2013, Excel 2016
Example
advanced_excel_statistical_functions.htm
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