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Subtract values in Excel using the minus sign (-). You can subtract cells, individual values, or a mix.
For example:
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=A9-A10
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=50-30
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=H9-20
Subtract in Excel
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Select a cell.
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Type =.
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Type a number or select a cell.
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Type a minus sign (-).
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Type a number or select a cell to subtract.
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Press Enter.