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Inputting numbers to be read as a negative number
Is there a way to format a column of cells to automatically convert the inputted numbers as a negative number? I have looked in the Format Cell feature and the only options are for to display a nega...
Hello Michael1105,
To make a value appear as a negative number, go into Custom Formats and enter -0. I must warn you, however, that this only changes the appearance of a value to be negative.
If you truly wish to change a value to be negative, then I suggest creating a helper column with a formula such as =-ABS(A1).
Thank you so much! You are a godsend!