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CSV import changes numbers in Google Sheets

Convert A2:A4 to real numeric values 1200, 2500, and 350. Do not add formulas or change their order.

Verified by JosephineJuly 25, 2026About 75 seconds

Quick answer

Convert A2:A4 to real numeric values 1200, 2500, and 350. Do not add formulas or change their order.

Step-by-step

1

Open the practice sheetUse the example data shown below so the result is easy to check.

2

CSV import changes numbersConvert A2:A4 to real numeric values 1200, 2500, and 350. Do not add formulas or change their order.

3

Check the resultCompare the finished sheet with the expected result and correct the target range if needed.

Shortcut or faster method

Select the target cell, type or paste the formula in the formula bar, then press Enter.

Expected result

A2:A4 contains real numbers rather than imported text.

Common mistake

Typing the formula as plain text or placing it in the wrong cell.

Troubleshooting

Re-select A2:A4 and repeat the final action. A2:A4 contains real numbers rather than imported text.

Example spreadsheet data

This is the clean fixture used for the verified run.

Amount

1,200

2,500

350

Video transcript

Open the prepared CSV number recovery spreadsheet.
Open the practice sheet. Use the example data shown below so the result is easy to check.
CSV import changes numbers. Convert A2:A4 to real numeric values 1200, 2500, and 350. Do not add formulas or change their order.
Check the result. Compare the finished sheet with the expected result and correct the target range if needed.
A2:A4 contains real numbers rather than imported text.