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Excel VALUE Function

Excel VALUE function
Summary 

The Excel VALUE function converts text that appears in a recognized format (i.e. a number, date, or time format) into a numeric value. Normally, the VALUE function is not needed in Excel, because Excel automatically converts text to numeric values.

Purpose 
Convert text to a number
Return value 
A numeric value.
Syntax 
=VALUE (text)
Arguments 
  • text - Tthe text value to convert to a number.
Usage notes 
  • Use the VALUE function to convert text to a numeric value.
  • The VALUE function converts text that appears in a recognized format (i.e. a number, date, or time format) into a numeric value.
  • Normally, Excel automatically converts text to numeric values as needed, so the VALUE function is not needed.
  • Microsoft states that the VALUE function is provided for compatibility with other spreadsheet programs.
Related functions 
Excel N function
Excel N Function

The Excel N function returns a number when given a value. The N function can be used to convert TRUE and FALSE to 1 and 0 respectively. When given a text value, the N function returns zero.

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