Quick summary
A custom formula in Microsoft Excel lets you combine multiple functions and cell references to perform complex calculations in a single worksheet cell. This step-by-step walkthrough shows exactly how to construct, nest, and execute a formula from scratch using Excel's built-in function suggestions.
Steps
- Select the cell in your Microsoft Excel worksheet where you want to run the custom formula.
- Type an equals sign (=) in the selected cell to signal that the input is a formula.
- Type the name of the function you wish to use, then select it from the suggested results that appear.
- Enter the cell reference or cell range to use as the argument, then close the expression with a closing parenthesis.
- Input an operator or separator if you want to add another condition to the formula.
- Type the name of the next function and select it from the recommended matches.
- Add the cell range or cell reference you wish to use as the argument for the second function.
- Insert a closing parenthesis to end the formula; repeat the same series of steps to add more conditions.
- Press the Enter or Return key to run the newly created formula and view the results.
