How to calculate percentage in excel

Basic Excel percentage formula

1. Enter the formula =C2/B2 in cell D2, and copy it down to as many rows as you need.
2. Click the Percent Style button (Home tab > Number group) to display the resulting decimal fractions as percentages.

1. How do I calculate percentage in an Excel spreadsheet?
2. What is the formula to calculate percentage?
3. How do I calculate 15% of a number in Excel?

How do I calculate percentage in an Excel spreadsheet?

The percentage formula in Excel is = Numerator/Denominator (used without multiplication by 100). To convert the output to a percentage, either press “Ctrl+Shift+%” or click “%” on the Home tab's “number” group. Let us consider a simple example.

What is the formula to calculate percentage?

Percentage can be calculated by dividing the value by the total value, and then multiplying the result by 100. The formula used to calculate percentage is: (value/total value)×100%.

How do I calculate 15% of a number in Excel?

To subtract 15%, use =1-15% as the formula.
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Here's how to do it:

1. Enter the numbers you want to multiply by 15% into a column.
2. In an empty cell, enter the percentage of 15% (or 0.15), and then copy that number by pressing Ctrl-C.
3. Select the range of cells A1:A5 (by dragging down the column).