Ever wondered, “Which column is this cell in?” Unlike row numbers, which are displayed on the left side of the sheet, columns are labeled with letters at the top. This can make it tricky to determine the exact column number. Here are two simple ways to find the column number in Excel.
1. Using the COLUMN Function
The COLUMN function is the easiest way to determine the column number.
- Click on the cell where you want to find the column number.
- Enter the formula:
=COLUMN() - Press Enter.
The cell will display the column number. If no argument is specified, COLUMN returns the number of the current column.
Give this method a try and see how it works for you!
