The main function of Excel's ABS function is to calculate the absolute value of a number.
This article introduces the formula syntax and usage examples of the ABS function in Microsoft Excel.
Function of ABS function
The ABS function is used to return the absolute value of a number. Positive numbers and 0 return the number itself, and negative numbers return the opposite of the number.
ABS function syntax
ABS(number)
ABS function parameter description
number (required): indicates the number whose absolute value is to be returned, which can be a directly input number or a cell reference.
Precautions for using the ABS function
The parameter must be a numeric type, that is, a number, a number in text format, or a logical value. If it is text, the error value #VALUE! is returned.
Example of how to use ABS function: Calculate the temperature difference between two places
Enter in cell D2:
=ABS(B2-C2)
Then fill the formula down, as follows:
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