| Article #19 Title: Microsoft Excel 95: Pound Signs in a Cell Written By: Sarah Stalnaker |
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| If numerous pound (###) signs appear within a cell, it is only a protective measure taken by Excel. It simply means that the column width isn't wide enough for the number trying to be placed in it, or a cell reference by an equation no longer exists. To correct, expand the column width until numbers emerge from the pound signs or change your equation. | For more information on Microsoft Excel 95 and to receive the latest updates, go to the MS Excel Homepage. |