Explanation

Learn how to multiply numbers in Excel. After reading and practicing this tutorial, you will know how to calculate a value times another value.
Check out our Excel Basics tutorial where you can learn Excel’s fundamentals.

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Example

If you want to multiply numbers In Excel, use the sign asterisk (*) sign. See the example below: 

 

Learn how to use multiplication (times by) in Excel in two simple steps

Multiply Values – Two steps formula
Step 1 – Always start a formula by using the = (equals) sign
Step 2 – Use the asterisk sign (*) to multiply values

The formula should look like this:

= NUMBER * NUMBER

 

Practice Subtraction

Let’s practice and learn how to multiply numbers:

Important links

1. Excel Basics
2. SUM function
3. Basic Math in Excel:
   • Addition (Plus)
   • Subtraction (Minus)
   • Multiplication
   • Division