How To Autofill Numbers In Excel Table

Autofill Numbers Using the Fill Handle

When working with Excel tables, it's often necessary to fill a column with a series of numbers. Manually typing each number can be time-consuming and prone to errors. Fortunately, Excel provides a few ways to autofill numbers in a table, making it easier to work with your data.

One of the most common methods is to use the fill handle, a small square at the bottom-right corner of a cell. To autofill numbers using the fill handle, select the cell containing the first number in the series, then click and drag the fill handle down to the last cell where you want the series to end. Excel will automatically fill in the numbers for you.

Autofill Numbers Using Formulas

Another way to autofill numbers is by using formulas. For example, if you want to fill a column with consecutive numbers starting from 1, you can enter the formula =ROW() in the first cell, then copy it down to the other cells. This method is useful when you need more control over the numbering series.