

You can use the slash to divide two numbers by changing settings. "Working with Calculations," you’ll find a more in-depthĮxploration of using formulas that contain numbers, formulas that contain cellĪddresses, and using functions as well as formulas.īy default, Quattro Pro assumes that a slash (/) indicates that you want toĮnter a date. Section, I focus on the basics of using numbers in formulas in Chapter 10, Quattro Pro, a formula can include numbers, cell addresses, or both. Entering Formulasįormulas are combinations of numbers that include a mathematical operator. Notebooks," I’ll tell you how to widen the column. Large enough to accommodate the entry you made. Stored in cell A2 look at the Input Line. Suppose that you type "Quarter One Sales" in cell A2 and then type aĭollar amount-$25,000-in cell A3.

UsingĮnter (and Escape to cancel an entry) can be faster than using the mouse toĬlick the check or the X at the left edge of the Input Line. Hands on the keyboard as much as possible while entering text and numbers. You might be wondering if there are any advantages to pressing Enter orĬlicking the check mark at the left edge of the Input Line to store information.Īlthough both methods work, most people find it most efficient to leave their
