How to multiply in microsoft excel
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How to multiply in microsoft excel: step-by-step guide
Select the cell where you want the answer to appear and key in the equal sign "=."
Select the cell where the data is located.
Type the '*' symbol, as it represents multiplication in Excel.
Press Enter to calculate and display the result.
Quick answer: To multiply in Microsoft Excel, select the target cell and enter an equal sign. Next, select the data cell, type the asterisk symbol, and press Enter to calculate and display the result.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Calculate product values in Microsoft by selecting a cell, adding an equal sign, choosing data, inserting an asterisk, and pressing Enter. This guide shows how to multiply in microsoft excel in 4 steps, starting with "Select the cell where you want the answer to appear and key in the equal sign '='" and finishing with "Press Enter to calculate and display the result". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to multiply in microsoft excel?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Microsoft data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft and Excel. Related guides: How to Multiply Two Columns in Microsoft Excel, How to Pin Microsoft Planner Plans to the Taskbar and How to Plot the Microsoft Excel Data on a Line Chart. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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