Abs function

Returns the absolute value of a number or expression, removing any negative sign.

Syntax

Abs(expression)

Parameters

expression: A numeric value or a formula that evaluates to a number. Can include variables, constants, or other functions. Optional

Return type

Number

If the result of the expression is negative, Abs converts it to a positive number. If the result is positive, it remains unchanged.

Examples

Abs(-5)

Returns 5

Abs(Sum(Budget) - Sum(Cost))

Returns the absolute difference between total budget and cost

Abs(Price * Quantity)

Returns the absolute value of the product of price and quantity

Note: You can pass a simple number, a column reference, or a full formula as the argument.