DELTA Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

DELTA is an Excel Engineering function. Tests whether two numbers are exactly equal, returning 1 or 0.

DELTA syntax

=DELTA(number1, [number2])

A specialized function used in scientific and engineering calculations rather than typical day-to-day business reporting.

Open the live Excel-style spreadsheet and try DELTA yourself. No Excel install or sign-up needed to start.

What does the DELTA function do in Excel?

Tests whether two numbers are exactly equal, returning 1 or 0.

What is the syntax of DELTA in Excel?

The syntax is =DELTA(number1, [number2]). number1: The first number or range; number2: An additional number or range (optional).

Where can I practice DELTA online for free?

Open the free live spreadsheet on Cellgrids and try DELTA yourself. No Excel install is needed and you can start without signing up.