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=DSUM()
Sums the numbers in a column for the rows that match the criteria
=DSUM(database, field, criteria)
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Output typeNumber
Popularity35 / 100
VolatileNo
Dynamic ArrayNo
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◧ Arguments
| Argument | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
database |
Range | Required | The table range including the header row |
field |
Any type | Required | The column header or number on which the calculation is performed |
criteria |
Range | Required | Criteria range (the column header with the criteria value below it) |
▣ Examples
Example 1
=DSUM(A1:D100, "Sales", F1:F2)
Example 2
=DSUM(A1:D100, 4, F1:G2)
✦ Tips
- Changing the criteria cells changes the result without touching the formula.
- The headers of the criteria range must exactly match the table's column headers.
- The table range must include the header row.
- If the cell under a criterion header is left empty, all rows are summed.
⚠ Common Errors
#VALUE!
The header given in the second argument does not exist in the table
Fix: Check the spelling of the column header
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