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Default How do i change numbers in text format to number format?

I have a column of numbers in text format. I need them in number format - IF
I use Format - cells - number cat. - it does not work

Any other suggestions?

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Hi
- copy an empty cell
- select your numbers
- goto 'Edit - Paste Special' and choose 'Add'

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Greg wrote:
I have a column of numbers in text format. I need them in number
format - IF I use Format - cells - number cat. - it does not work

Any other suggestions?

Thanks
greg



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