Cell references in Excel are like addresses that point to specific cells. Three types of Excel cell references are relative, absolute, and mixed, each with unique functions.

Creating Running Totals in Regular Ranges To create a running total in an Excel range that isn't formatted as an Excel table, you need to use a combination of absolute and relative references.

Cells in Excel are referred to using relative or absolute references. A formula with relative references changes when the cell's position does.

Handle errors using relative references to adjust formulas automatically. Use absolute references (`$`) to keep the table array constant when copying formulas.

Referencing can become difficult, especially if you’re using structured referencing. Instead, reference a spill range so you can use the hashtag shortcut.

TL;DR Key Takeaways : Excel tables handle structured references inconsistently, behaving as absolute when copied and as relative when dragged, which can lead to formula errors.