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NUMBERVALUE function

Converts text to number in a locale-independent manner

Syntax

NUMBERVALUE(text, [decimal_separator], [group_separator])

Square brackets indicate optional arguments.

Arguments

ArgumentRequiredMeaning
textYesThe text to convert to a number."2.500,27"
decimal_separatorNoThe character used to separate the integer and fractional part of the result.","
group_separatorNoThe character used to separate groupings of numbers."."

Try NUMBERVALUE

Parse a number using explicit separators

=NUMBERVALUE("1,250.50",".",",")

Parse a number using explicit separators. The result is checked against a separately authored expected value for the supplied table. You can edit the data to explore the rule.

Inspect the current formula

Read its written arguments or observe actual operation values in a separate local calculation. This action neither applies a draft nor grades an answer.

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Explore the written function calls and their inputs. The calculation result belongs to the complete formula.

NUMBERVALUE · top-level call

=NUMBERVALUE("1,250.50",".",",")

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The text to convert to a number.

NUMBERVALUE reference ↗

Follow the cells behind a result

Read explicit local references and helper formulas using a separate calculation. Your draft stays in this field; the worksheet and practice checks do not change.

The worksheet runs locally. Published checks apply to the supplied example only. Native Excel and Google Sheets compatibility remain unverified.

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Reference and compatibility

Univer 1.0.4 / Apache-2.0. Calculation checks cover the supplied examples only. The browser worksheet does not implement every Excel feature, external service or connected data type.