hi Sheeloo...

sorry for the time it has token to respond...

YES I tried that (06/33) and it worked...
also without the zero (6/33) and this works
as well.

is there another way to do it via excel settings
so not the need to bracket these figures in
onenote.

may I thank you for a speedy response and thank
you so much for your help, time and advice.

very much appreciated.

Paul.