How to Use Named Cell References in Excel | Excel Guide

Learn how to create and use named cell references in Excel for clearer, more manageable formulas. Includes step-by-step guide and practical examples.

Named Cell Reference

• A name is a meaningful shorthand that makes it easier to understand the purpose of a cell reference, constant, formula or table.
• You can create a name that describes a cell or range.
• You can also use the labels of columns and rows on a worksheet to refer to the cells within those columns and rows.

Defined Names

• Formulas > Defined Names > Create from Selection