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DEC2OCT function

The DEC2OCT function is one of the engineering functions. It is used to convert a decimal number into an octal number.

Syntax​

DEC2OCT(number, [places])

The DEC2OCT function has the following arguments:

ArgumentDescription
numberA decimal number entered manually or included into the cell you make reference to.
placesThe number of digits to display. If omitted, the function will use the minimum number.

Notes​

If the specified places number is less than or equal to 0, the function will return the #NUM! error.

How to apply the DEC2OCT function.

Examples​

The figure below displays the result returned by the DEC2OCT function.

DEC2OCT Function