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Add a SUM formula in Google Sheets

Complete “Add a SUM formula” in Google Sheets.

Verified by JosephineJuly 25, 2026About 20 seconds

Quick answer

Complete “Add a SUM formula” in Google Sheets.

Step-by-step

1

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

2

Add a SUM formulaComplete “Add a SUM formula” in Google Sheets.

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

The sheet reflects add a sum formula.

Common mistake

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

Troubleshooting

Undo the last change, reselect the intended range, and try again. The sheet reflects add a sum formula.

Video transcript

Open the prepared practice spreadsheet.
Open the practice sheet. Use the example data shown below so the result is easy to check.
Add a SUM formula. Complete “Add a SUM formula” in Google Sheets.
Check the result. Compare the finished sheet with the expected result and correct the target range if needed.
The sheet reflects add a sum formula.