Mistakes are proof that you’re trying.

Excel errors are unavoidable, but they don’t have to be career-limiting. Most of the time, all it takes is the right approach to fix them.

Here are 10 common Excel errors and how you can troubleshoot them effectively:

1. Error → Column too narrow → Widen the column.
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hashtag#DIV/0! Error → Division by zero → Use IFERROR to avoid crashing your data.
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hashtag#N/A Error → Missing lookup values → Check for typos in your data.
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hashtag#CALC! Error → Array issues → Use an IF function to manage formula errors.
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hashtag#NAME? Error → Spelling mistake in function → Verify function names carefully.
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hashtag#NULL! Error → Overlapping ranges → Adjust your formula.
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hashtag#NUM! Error → Invalid numbers → Stay within Excel’s limits.
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hashtag#REF! Error → Broken cell reference → Use absolute references.
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hashtag#VALUE! Error → Incorrect input type → Check your formula syntax.
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hashtag#SPILL! Error → Output conflict → Clear obstructed cells.

Excel isn’t perfect, but with these simple fixes, your workflow can be!

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