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

[Omar M]

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?

 

[Fluff]

Format the cell as Text before entering anything.

 

[Omar M]

it' s works .
thank you so much.

 

[Fluff]

You're welcome & thanks for the feedback.