ROUNDDOWN

The ROUNDDOWN function in Google Sheets is a useful tool for rounding a number to a specific number of decimal places, always rounding down to the next valid increment. Whether you're dealing with financial data, scientific measurements, or any other numerical values, the ROUNDDOWN function simplifies the task. Explore our comprehensive guide below to learn how to apply this function effectively.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: ROUNDDOWN(value, [places])

Parameters:

• value: The number you want to round down.
• places (optional): The number of decimal places to round down to. If omitted, the function will round down to the nearest whole number.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

1. Basic Rounding Down:

   • Example: =ROUNDDOWN(3.14159, 2)
   • Result: 3.14

2. Rounding Down to the Nearest Whole Number:

   • Example: =ROUNDDOWN(7.8)
   • Result: 7

Use Cases and Scenarios

1. Financial Calculations: Round down expense figures to the nearest dollar or cent.
2. Scientific Measurements: Round down results to a specific number of decimal places.
3. Inventory Management: Round down quantities to the nearest whole number.

Related Functions

• ROUND: Round a number to a specified number of decimal places.
• ROUNDDOWN: Like ROUNDDOWN, but rounds towards zero instead of rounding down.

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