And make sure that the statusbar is visible.

In xl2003 menus:
tools|options|view tab|check status bar (in the Show section)

You can rightclick on those "embossed" boxes and choose different functions,
too.

David McRitchie explains the status bar (with pictures):
http://mvps.org/dmcritchie/excel/statusbar.htm



Debbie wrote:

I need to highlight the numbers in a column or row and see the total in the
tool bar at the bottom of the worksheet. It does not appear on my computer.
Please note I don't want to put in a formula.

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Dave Peterson