If the column reference is absolute ($), Excel will change nothing, and copy =$B3/$C3. For instance, if you copy the simple expression =B3/C3 one cell to the right, Excel will adjust the column reference and enter the expression =C3/D3. When you copy an expression by using the fill handle, Excel updates relative cell references.
You can work with your own data or download the demonstration. I'm using Microsoft 365 on a Window 64-bit system, but this works in older versions. SEE: 60 Excel tips every user should master (TechRepublic) In this article, I'll show you two quick workarounds for copying expressions without updating the cell references. However, it's not uncommon to run up against a situation when you won't want to update the references. Otherwise, you'd have to enter all expressions manually and that would be tedious and open to error. After entering a row or column of expressions, you can copy them, and Excel will update the cell references according. Microsoft Excel has a helpful behavior in regard to copying expressions. Windows 11: Tips on installation, security and more (free PDF).Ten Windows 10 network commands everyone one should know.Why Windows 11's security is such a big deal.Windows 11 cheat sheet: Everything you need to know.
