# How to Calculate Total in Microsoft Excel

> To calculate total in Microsoft Excel, click the target cell, navigate to the Home tab, select AutoSum in the Editing group, and press Enter after adjusting the automatically selected range if needed.

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Apps: Microsoft, Excel
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Click the cell where you want the total to appear.
2. Go to the Home tab.
3. Click AutoSum in the Editing group.
4. Excel will automatically select a range; adjust it if needed and press Enter .