COLUMNS

Definition of COLUMNS

Returns the number of columns in a specified array or range.

Sample Usage

COLUMNS(A9:W62)

COLUMNS({1,2,3,4,5})

Syntax

COLUMNS(range)

• range - The range whose column count will be returned

See Also

ROWS: Returns the number of rows in a specified array or range.

ROW: Returns the row number of a specified cell.

COLUMN: Returns the column number of a specified cell, with `A=1`.

Examples

Returns the number of columns in the given reference.

In order to use the COLUMNS formula, start with your edited Excellentable

Then type in the COLUMNS Formula in the area you would like to display the outcome:

By adding the values you would like to calculate the COLUMNS formula for, Excellentable will generate the outcome: