You don't just want to enter simple numbers in Excel, but also want to use the software to solve equations with squares? We'll show you how..
In mathematics, the square of a number means the multiplication of the number by itself. This simple arithmetic operation can also be carried out in Microsoft Excel without any problems. Only one function is required for this, which is carried out by a character. In this tipps + tricks article, you can read how you can square a number even as a beginner in Excel.
1st step:
Open Microsoft Excel and click a cell on the worksheet.
2nd step:
Type " = " + " required number " + " ^ 2 " into the cell. The equal sign always introduces a function in Excel. In the example we choose " = 5 ^ 2 ". The square function is implemented using the caret symbol (circumflex). You will find [ ^ ] directly below the [Esc] key . Then press [ Enter ] to view the result..