This formula shows how to reference the cell in another worksheet using a formula. Begin the formula with an equal sign, and follow it with the name of the worksheet you wish to reference.

It is possible to make the Sum Excel formula reference another sheet, or multiple sheets, and add up a range of cells across those sheets.

Now, let’s create a dropdown on another sheet named Dropdown and reference Animals_List : Create a second sheet and name it Dropdown (strictly speaking, it isn’t necessary to name this new sheet).

The approach is useful if you want to reference it in a formula or another worksheet. 1] Name a cell Let us say that we want to create a report of tax rates for different states.

Microsoft Excel’s Name box is a powerful tool for its size. Use it to move around, create range names and even enter functions.