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ROUND Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

ROUND is an Excel Math & Trig function. Rounds a number to a set number of decimal places.

ROUND syntax

=ROUND(number, num_digits)

Arguments

When to use ROUND

ROUND is used in financial models and engineering-style calculations where precise numeric work is needed.

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Learn more

Read the tutorial: ROUND, ROUNDUP and ROUNDDOWN.

ROUND practice questions

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Frequently asked questions

What does the ROUND function do in Excel?

Rounds a number to a set number of decimal places.

What is the syntax of ROUND in Excel?

The syntax is =ROUND(number, num_digits). number: A number to use in the calculation; num_digits: How many decimal places to round to.

Where can I practice ROUND online for free?

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