How to use the MIN function
Article updated on April 19, 2018
The MIN function allows you to retrieve the smallest number in a cell range.
The formula in cell D3 extracts the smallest number from cell range B3:B10, see picture above.
Excel Function Syntax
MIN(number1, [number2], ...)
Arguments
number1 - You need at least one argument. Required.
[number2] - Up to 254 arguments are possible. Optional.
Arguments can be constants, named ranges, cell references and arrays.
The MIN function ignores text and boolean values, however not errors.
This extensive function reference list provides detailed information including syntax, arguments, return values, and examples for many of the functions used in Excel formulas.
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