BASE Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
BASE is an Excel Math & Trig function. Converts a number into a text representation in another base.
BASE syntax
Arguments
number: A number to use in the calculationradix: The base of the number system being convertedmin_length: The minimum length of the returned text, padded with zeros (optional)
When to use BASE
BASE is used in financial models and engineering-style calculations where precise numeric work is needed.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the BASE function do in Excel?
Converts a number into a text representation in another base.
What is the syntax of BASE in Excel?
The syntax is =BASE(number, radix, [min_length]). number: A number to use in the calculation; radix: The base of the number system being converted; min_length: The minimum length of the returned text, padded with zeros (optional).
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