Why use dollar sign ($) in Excel formulas – absolute and relative cell references
When creating a formula in Excel, many people get confused by the $ symbol in cell references. But it’s actually very simple. The dollar sign in an Excel cell reference tells Excel whether to keep the reference the same or allow it to change when you copy the formula to other cells. This guide will explain how it works and why it’s helpful.
Understanding Excel cell references is really important. Knowing the difference between absolute, relative, and mixed references will help you get the most out of Excel formulas and functions.