# Columns / Rows Sums

Matrix questions can be configured to automatically calculate the total of the rows and columns values entered by the respondent.

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In order to enable the sum you will need to have a matrix with entry field columns and set in the matrix properties page the Display sum option to Columns or/and Rows.


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