How do I Select Multiple Cells for Addition in Excel?

You can select multiple cells for addition in Excel by either dragging to select a range or by tapping specific cells and then using the AutoSum function.

Selecting Cells for Addition

Here's a breakdown of the methods to select cells for addition in Excel, drawing directly from the provided reference:

• Selecting a Range:

  • In a worksheet, tap and drag to select the range of cells that contain the numbers you wish to add.
    • This method works well when you need to sum a block of adjacent cells.
  • Next, tap the first empty cell after the range you selected.
  • Then, Tap AutoSum.
  • Finally, tap Sum to compute the total of the selected cells.

• Selecting Specific Cells Using AutoSum:

  • Alternatively, select the first empty cell where you want your result.
  • Tap AutoSum.
  • Tap Sum.
  • Then, tap and drag to select the range of cells you wish to add.

Using AutoSum

The AutoSum function is an easy way to add multiple cells. It automatically inserts the SUM function and usually suggests the most logical range of cells.

Steps	Actions
1	Select the first empty cell after your range.
2	Tap AutoSum.
3	Tap Sum.

Considerations:

• Non-Adjacent Cells: If you want to select non-adjacent cells for addition, it's best to enter the SUM function manually or modify the suggested range after using AutoSum. For example, to add cells A1, B3, and C5, you would enter =SUM(A1,B3,C5) in the desired result cell.
• Excel Versions: While the general concepts remain the same, the exact button names or user interface may vary slightly based on the version of Excel you are using.

By using these methods, you can efficiently select and add multiple cells in Excel.