Returns a numeric code for the first character in a text string. The returned code corresponds to the character set used by your computer.
| Operating environment | Character set |
|---|---|
| Macintosh | Macintosh character set |
| Windows | ANSI |
CODE(text)
Text is the text for which you want the code of the first character.
Example
The example may be easier to understand if you copy it to a blank worksheet.
How?- Create a blank workbook or worksheet.
- Select the example in the Help topic. Do not select the row or column headers.
Selecting an example from Help
- Press CTRL+C.
- In the worksheet, select cell A1, and press CTRL+V.
- To switch between viewing the results and viewing the formulas that return the results, press CTRL+` (grave accent), or on the Tools menu, point to Formula Auditing, and then click Formula Auditing Mode.
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