So, what's the key to success when it comes to adding cells in Excel? It all comes down to cell references. You see, when you type a cell reference, like A1, into a formula, Excel knows exactly which cell you're talking about. And if you want to add a range of cells, you can use a colon (:) to separate the start and end cells, like this: A1:A10.
But wait, there's more! You can also use absolute references, like $A$1, to "lock" a cell reference in place. This is super useful when you're copying formulas down a column, and you don't want the cell references to change. It's like having a mathematical superpower!
How to Add Numbers in Excel Using a Formula