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Google Sheets Formula for Summing Across 7 Columns

This guide provides a practical example of a Google Sheets formula that sums values across 7 columns (A to G) for each row, demonstrating the use of the SUM function.

Prompt

Answer

Google Sheets Formula for 7 Columns

Objective

To create a Google Sheets formula that operates across 7 columns. The goal is to demonstrate a practical example, for instance, calculating the sum of values across each row from these 7 columns.

Formula

Assuming your data spans from columns A to G (A1:G1), the formula to calculate the sum of these columns for each row would be as follows:

=SUM(A1:G1)

Explanation of the Formula

SUM: This function adds all numbers within the specified range.
(A1:G1): This range specifies all the cells from A1 to G1. You can drag this formula down to apply it to other rows (A2:G2, A3:G3, etc.).

Practical Illustration

Suppose you have the following data in your Google Sheets:

A	B	C	D	E	F	G
10	20	30	40	50	60	70
15	25	35	45	55	65	75

Place the above values in cells A1 through G2.
In cell H1, enter the formula =SUM(A1:G1) to calculate the sum of the first row.
In cell H2, enter the same formula =SUM(A2:G2) for the second row.

Expected Output

The results in column H will be:

Cell H1: 210 (10 + 20 + 30 + 40 + 50 + 60 + 70)
Cell H2: 315 (15 + 25 + 35 + 45 + 55 + 65 + 75)

Notes

This formula can be extended to perform other calculations like averages or conditional sums based on criteria using functions like AVERAGE or SUMIF.
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This structured formulaic approach aids in conducting data analysis efficiently within Google Sheets.

Description

This guide provides a practical example of a Google Sheets formula that sums values across 7 columns (A to G) for each row, demonstrating the use of the SUM function.