Hidden reference shifts, invisible spaces, legacy function fragilities, and blanket error handling can quietly distort ...

If you copy a formula and paste it into the next cell down, Excel shifts that referenced cell, so it will say A2 instead. To prevent shifting, use the dollar sign ($).

In a nutshell: Formulas are a must for incorporating math into spreadsheets, but using them in Microsoft Excel involves a learning curve and can become tedious. This latest update adds a bit of ...