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Use the SUMIF function to sum the values in a range that meet criteria that you specify.

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  1. Select a cell where you want to write the formula.

  2. Type =SUMIF(.

  3. Select the range of cells that you want to evaluate by the criteria.

  4. Type a comma and enter the criteria.  

    Tip: If the criteria is text, don't forget to enclose it with quotation marks ("").

  5. Type a comma and select the SUM range. It'll be the same size and shape as the original range you selected.

  6. Press Enter.

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