sum absolute values of a column of numbers in Excel

In Excel, how do I total the absolute value of a column of numbers without
invoking 'abs' function individually on each cell in the range? (e.g.
abs(a1)+abs(a2)+abs(a3)...)

Try this method:

=SUM(ABS(A1:A10))

Note: Commit that array formula by holding down the [Ctrl] and [Shift] keys
when you press [Enter].

Does that help?

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Regards,
Ron

XL2002, WinXP-Pro


"MRolko" wrote:

> In Excel, how do I total the absolute value of a column of numbers without
> invoking 'abs' function individually on each cell in the range? (e.g.
> abs(a1)+abs(a2)+abs(a3)...)