When it comes to Excel spreadsheets, it’s common to deal with decimal places. However, sometimes displaying too many decimal places can make your data look cluttered and hard to read. Fortunately, Excel offers easy-to-use functions for trimming decimal places and rounding numbers. In this article, we will explore several ways to remove decimals from numbers in Excel.
Method 1: Use the Decrease Decimal Button
The first method we’ll look at is the decrease decimal button. This is a quick and easy way to remove all decimals from a selected range of cells. Here’s how:
- Select the cells you want to modify.
- Click the “Decrease Decimal” button in the “Number” group on the “Home” tab.
That’s it! Excel will remove all decimals from the selected cells.
Method 2: Use the Round Function
Another way to remove decimals from numbers in Excel is to use the round function. This function rounds a number to a specific number of decimal places.
Here’s how to use the round function:
- Select the cell where you want the rounded number to appear.
- Enter the formula “=ROUND(number, num_digits)” in the formula bar. Replace “number” with the cell reference or actual number you want to round, and “num_digits” with the number of decimal places you want to round to.
- Press Enter.
For example, if you want to round the number in cell A1 to 2 decimal places, you would enter the formula “=ROUND(A1, 2)” and press Enter.
Method 3: Use the Int Function
The Int function can also be used to remove decimals from numbers in Excel. This function rounds down to the nearest integer, effectively removing all decimals from the number.
Here’s how to use the Int function:
- Select the cell where you want the rounded number to appear.
- Enter the formula “=INT(number)” in the formula bar. Replace “number” with the cell reference or actual number you want to round down.
- Press Enter.
For example, if you want to remove all decimals from the number in cell A1, you would enter the formula “=INT(A1)” and press Enter.
FAQ
Yes! You can use the decrease decimal button to remove decimals from a single cell. Simply select the cell and click the “Decrease Decimal” button on the “Home” tab.
2. Can I use the round function to round up?
Yes! The round function can round a number up or down. If you want to round up, you can use the formula “=ROUNDUP(number, num_digits)” instead of “=ROUND(number, num_digits)”.
Video Tutorial
For a visual demonstration of the three methods we’ve discussed, check out this YouTube tutorial:
