CHAR Function

Converts a number into a character
Sample Usage
CHAR(126)
Syntax
CHAR(
  • number
)
  • number
    The number to convert into a character
Usage Notes

This is based on your computer operating system’s character set. You may see different results when using this formula on a different computer.

Examples

You can use CHAR(10) add a line break within a formula.

="Apples" + CHAR(10) + "Oranges"

The above formula will display as follows:

Apples
Oranges

To display a line break, you must use Wrap Text in that cell. For more information about cell formatting, see Formatting Options.

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