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Available to MembersUse labels in your calculation
 Article Abstract:

(Eelco Henderichs) The use of cell address in formulas makes it heard to understand what is calculated. Especially in complex spreadsheets. Use labels to make them easier to read and understand.

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RE: Use labels in your calculation
by Prithvi Bhardwaj (posted: 11/5/2007 3:14:28 PM)
I tried to do that but it is not working. The formula =sum(Q1) doesn't fetch anything.

I thought it would be a good substitute of "Named Ranges", but it is not working......Warm Regards....prithviraj_bhardwaj@yahoo.com



RE: Use labels in your calculation
by Prithvi Bhardwaj (posted: 11/5/2007 3:40:00 PM)
When I tried to copy the labels from your article, the formulas were not functioning correctly...It's ok




   




 
 
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