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4 Quick Ways to Convert Text to Numbers on Google Sheets
Avoid using large data size when converting
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
updated onOctober 4, 2023
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Google Sheets is a cloud-based spreadsheet program for calculations and other tasks. However, you can encounter calculation errors due to data not being recognized as text instead of numbers. Therefore, we will examine quick ways to convert text to numbers on Google Sheets.
Alternatively, you may be interested inwhat to do when getting the unable to load file errorin Google Sheets.
Why can’t I convert text to numbers in Excel?
There could be a few reasons why you are unable to convert text to numbers in Excel:
Nevertheless, we will discuss methods to convert text to numbers on Google Sheets.
How do I convert text to numbers on Google Sheets?
1. Convert using the main menu
The Google Sheet has an inbuilt number function that allows you to modify numerical data.
2. Convert using the multiply function
Multiplying the unrecognised cell will the operand to the numerical value.
3. Use the ArrayFormula
The Array formulas in Google Sheets allow you to convert multiple-cell text to numbers. Feel free to read our guide aboutfixing array values that could not be found errorin Google Sheets.
4. Via the Value Function
The above process will enable you to use the Value Function to convert text strings that resemble numbers to numerical values.
In conclusion, read our complete guide onhow to add error barsin Google Sheets. Also, you can read aboutthe best browsers for Google Drive, Google Docs, and Google Sheetson Windows.
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Henderson Jayden Harper
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Passionate about technology, Crypto, software, Windows, and everything computer-related, he spends most of his time developing new skills.
