Excel SUMIFS Formula

Adds values from a range wherever every corresponding criteria range meets its criteria.

Syntax

Formula structure

Source: Quadratic docs
=SUMIFS(sum_range, eval_range1, criteria1, [more_eval_ranges_and_criteria...])
sum_range
Required: Yes

Required argument used by the SUMIFS formula.

eval_range1
Required: Yes

Required argument used by the SUMIFS formula.

criteria1
Required: Yes

Required argument used by the SUMIFS formula.

[more_eval_ranges_and_criteria...]
Required: No

Optional argument used by the SUMIFS formula.

Examples for the excel sumifs formula

Copy these examples into a spreadsheet and adjust the ranges for your own data.

SUMIFS syntax pattern

=SUMIFS(sum_range, eval_range1, criteria1, [more_eval_ranges_and_criteria...])

Use this SUMIFS pattern as the starting point for your spreadsheet formula.

SUMIFS in a worksheet

=SUMIFS(sum_range, eval_range1, criteria1, [more_eval_ranges_and_criteria...])

Adds values from a range wherever every corresponding criteria range meets its criteria.

When to use SUMIFS

Use SUMIFS when you need to add values from a range wherever every corresponding criteria range meets its criteria.

  • Build totals, rounded metrics, and numeric calculations.
  • Clean up numeric inputs before analysis.

How SUMIFS works in Quadratic

In Quadratic, SUMIFS follows the syntax SUMIFS(sum_range, eval_range1, criteria1, [more_eval_ranges_and_criteria...]). The function works inside Quadratic formulas and can be combined with spreadsheet ranges, tables, and other formulas.

Common SUMIFS mistakes

Most SUMIFS issues come from mismatched argument types, ranges that do not cover the intended data, or optional parameters being omitted when the default behavior is not what you expected.

  • Check each required parameter before copying the formula across a sheet.
  • Confirm that ranges line up with the rows or columns you intend to analyze.
  • Use Quadratic AI to explain or debug the formula when the result looks wrong.

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SUMIFS formula FAQ

What does the excel sumifs formula do?

SUMIFS adds values from a range wherever every corresponding criteria range meets its criteria.

What is the syntax for SUMIFS?

The syntax is SUMIFS(sum_range, eval_range1, criteria1, [more_eval_ranges_and_criteria...]). Required and optional parameters are listed at the top of this guide.

Can Quadratic AI help with SUMIFS?

Yes. Quadratic AI can write a SUMIFS formula, explain existing formula logic, or help debug broken references and unexpected results.

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