How write numbers with contains hyphen in cells without EXCEL think short DATE

Omar M

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Office Version
  1. 2019
Platform
  1. Windows
Hi guys
I try to write in cells like
1-1
2-2
2-2-2
2-2-3
but the EXCEL will consider short date then will show 01-JANUARY , 02-FEBRUARY
I try to use GENERAL from format cell but will change date value.
the only case works for me when I write 1-1 in custom from format cell but when click the cells will show date value!!
I want when write he number as I mentioned without any problem for each cell.
how can I fix it , guys?
 

Excel Facts

What is the shortcut key for Format Selection?
Ctrl+1 (the number one) will open the Format dialog for whatever is selected.
Format the cell as Text before entering anything.
 
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You're welcome & thanks for the feedback.
 
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