When you copy formulas with mixed references in Excel, the cell references adjust based on the new location in the worksheet. Here's how it works:

* Mixed References: A mixed reference combines absolute and relative references. For instance, $A1*B2 has an absolute column reference (A) for the first cell and a relative column reference (B) for the second cell.
* Copying the Formula: When you copy a formula with mixed references, the relative references will change according to their new position.

Here's an example:

Imagine you have a formula =A1*B2 in cell C2. This formula multiplies the value in cell A1 by the value in cell B2.

* Copying to C3: If you copy this formula down to cell C3, the formula will automatically adjust to =A2*B3. This is because the relative row reference (1) in the original formula increments by 1 to reflect the new row (3) in the copied cell. The absolute column reference (A) remains unchanged.

Benefits of Mixed References:

* Maintain Consistency: Using mixed references ensures the row or column you want to stay fixed remains absolute, while other references adjust appropriately when copied.
* Efficiency: Mixed references save you time by allowing you to create a single formula and copy it across multiple cells without manually adjusting each cell reference.

Remember:

* Absolute references (e.g., $A$1) will not change when copied.
* Relative references (e.g., B2) will adjust based on the new position.

By understanding how mixed references behave when copied, you can create efficient and adaptable formulas in your Excel spreadsheets.