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COUNT Examples in Excel

Learn COUNT examples for counting numeric values, dates and completed numeric entries.

Updated 2026-06-125 practical examplesCopy-ready

What it does

COUNT counts cells that contain numbers.

Syntax or pattern

=COUNT(value1, [value2], ...)
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5 practical examples

1

Count numeric entries

Count how many cells contain numbers.

=COUNT(B2:B100)

Text and blanks are ignored.

2

Count dates

Count date values in a range.

=COUNT(A2:A100)

Excel stores dates as numbers, so COUNT counts them.

3

Count scores entered

Count completed score cells.

=COUNT(Tests[Score])

Useful for completion checks.

4

Count several ranges

Count numeric entries across multiple columns.

=COUNT(B2:B100,D2:D100)

Commas let you count multiple areas.

5

Count numbers after filtering

Use SUBTOTAL for visible numeric rows.

=SUBTOTAL(102,B2:B100)

Function 102 counts visible numeric values.

Common mistakes to avoid

  • Selecting ranges with different sizes.
  • Using text values where numbers are required.
  • Forgetting how blanks and hidden rows are treated.

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FAQ

Can this formula use Excel Tables?

Yes. Structured references often make summary formulas easier to read.

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