These FAQs focus on 3 common MMULT issues, including formula errors, parameter entry, and result checking.
FAQ
What should I do if MMULT shows an error after I enter it?
- Check whether the formula starts with
=and whether the parentheses are complete. - Confirm that the two parameters are separated correctly.
- Verify that the referenced ranges contain numeric data and meet matrix dimension requirements.
How can I view the parameter guidance for MMULT?
- Select the target cell.
- Type
=MMULT(. - Review the syntax guidance shown in the editing area and continue entering the parameters.
What should I check first-if-the-mmult-result-looks-incorrect
- Check whether the referenced range contains text-formatted numbers or blank cells.
- Confirm that the number of columns in the first matrix equals the number of rows in the second matrix.
- After changing source data, review whether the result updated.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| MMULT | A spreadsheet function that returns the product of two matrices. |
| Matrix parameter | An array constant or cell range used as an input for MMULT. |
| Syntax guidance | The parameter structure prompt shown while entering a function. |