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=ABS()
Returns the absolute value of a number. The absolute value of a number is the number without its sign.
Applies To:
Excel for Microsoft 365Excel for Microsoft 365 for MacExcel 2024Excel 2024 for MacExcel 2021Excel 2021 for MacExcel 2019Excel 2016
=ABS(number)
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Output typeNumber
Popularity50 / 100
VolatileNo
Dynamic ArrayNo
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◧ Arguments
| Argument | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
number |
Number | Required | The real number of which you want the absolute value. |
▣ Examples
▦ Data
| Cell | Value |
|---|---|
A2 |
-4 |
A3 |
-4 |
Absolute value of 2
=ABS(2)
Result:
2
Absolute value of -2
=ABS(-2)
Result:
2
Absolute value of -4
=ABS(A2)
Result:
4
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