rowtotal

A row total is the sum of numeric values in a single row of a data table, spreadsheet, or report. It provides a concise summary of the data across that row and is typically shown in a dedicated cell at the end of the row or in a nearby column.

Calculation usually involves adding all numeric cells within the row. In spreadsheet software, a common formula is =SUM(A2:F2). Non-numeric or blank cells are generally ignored or treated as zero, depending on the application and settings. Some tools also support conditional sums that include only values meeting specific criteria.

Variants and related concepts include use in pivot tables and data cubes, where a row total sums the measures across the row’s categories. In databases or reporting systems, a row total may be computed by adding column values in a query or view. Some programs provide automatic row totals for convenience in tabular layouts.

Applications of row totals span budgets, sales and inventory reports, time sheets, and survey data. They enable quick per-record assessment and facilitate comparisons between rows, as well as serving as a basis for further summaries such as column totals or grand totals.

Considerations when using row totals include ensuring input data are numeric and correctly formatted, handling missing or negative values, and being mindful of rounding and currency formats. Localization and performance considerations may matter for large datasets or complex formulas.