# Absolute Function

The absolute function allows the user to get the absolute value of a cell.

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Here is a step by step guide on how to add absolute function to your calculation:

1. Click on ABS button or Type ABS()
2. Input your Calculation instead of the ABS(your calculation)

Example of the same calculation with and without ABS, **Profit Ratio** is the resulting column.

{% tabs %}
{% tab title="Absolute" %}

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{% endtab %}

{% tab title="No Absolute" %}

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{% endtab %}
{% endtabs %}


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