Why Is Excel Showing Wrong Percentages?
The dataset showcases percentage values.
Change the format of those cells into percentages.
Percentages are shown in thousands. The existing values are multiplied by 100.
- Change the format of all cells to Percentage.
- Enter data in different cells.
10 was entered in C5 and 1 in C10. Values changed.
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Solution 1 – Enter Decimal Values and Apply the Percentage Format
This is the solution to the 1st problem.
Steps:
- Enter values in decimal format in the Profit Percentage column.
- Change the format in Number.
- Choose Percentage.
- Click Increase Decimal to unhide the lost decimal points.
The percentage value is displayed.
Solution 2 – Divide the Percentage Value by 100
Steps:
Percentage is showing in thousands.
- Add a new column on the right.
Cells are formatted in percentage with decimal places.
- Go to D5 and use the formula.
=C5/100
- Press Enter.
- Drag down the Fill Handle to see the result in the rest of the cells.
This is the output.
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