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  1. 04-30-2014, 08:05 PM #1
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    Problematic { symbols in formulas

    I have been asked to edit a spreadsheet, however when I manipulate any values the cell turns to 0.
    I have noticed that the original forumlas have { } on either side which disappears when I edit the formula. Is this a bug or a sign that the document has been protected? If its the latter how can I edit the spreadsheet?

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    Re: Problematic { symbols in formulas

    No, it means that it is an Array Formula and needs to be committed with Ctrl-Shift-Enter rather than just Enter.


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    Re: Problematic { symbols in formulas

    See this...

    http://www.cpearson.com/Excel/ArrayFormulas.aspx
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