how to add or subtract from two cells into one

[labjr1231]

I am new to formulas. I would like to run an inventory. 3 columns, A1
recieve,B1 Shipped, C1 Balance.
I want C1 to give total weither I place a number in A1 or B1.

Thanks

[Paul Sheppard]

I am new to formulas. I would like to run an inventory. 3 columns, A1
recieve,B1 Shipped, C1 Balance.
I want C1 to give total weither I place a number in A1 or B1.

Thanks

Hi labjr1231

with the info you have given try in C2 =A1-B1

However to keep your inventory balance you will surely need a column for Opening Stock?

In which case if Opening Stock was in A1, recieve B1 Shipped C1 and Balance D1, try in D2 =A1+B1-C1