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AVERAGEIFS vs STOCKHISTORY vs SEARCH
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Basic Classification Comparison
Function Category 📊
Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function typesAVERAGEIFS- StatisticalAVERAGEIFS belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
STOCKHISTORYSEARCH- TextSEARCH belongs to the Text category. Excel functions for manipulating and analyzing text data
Operation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsAVERAGEIFS- CalculationAVERAGEIFS performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
STOCKHISTORY- InformationSTOCKHISTORY performs Information operations. Functions that focus on retrieving and displaying data in various formats
SEARCH- ManipulationSEARCH performs Manipulation operations. Functions that modify and transform data in different ways
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Data AnalystsAVERAGEIFS is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Financial ProfessionalsAVERAGEIFS is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- Financial ProfessionalsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AnalystsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Analysts. Excel functions essential for data analysis and reporting Click to see all.
SEARCHPurpose 📝
Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Data AnalysisAVERAGEIFS is used for Data Analysis. Functions specifically designed for analyzing data Click to see all.
- Statistical AnalysisAVERAGEIFS is used for Statistical Analysis. Excel functions designed for statistical calculations and data analysis Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Multiple Criteria Based AverageAVERAGEIFS is known for Multiple Criteria Based Average.
STOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
SEARCH- Case-Insensitive SearchSEARCH is known for Case-Insensitive Search.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Can Handle Up To 127 Criteria Pairs
STOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
SEARCH- Was inspired by word processing software
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Makes Simple Averages Feel Inadequate
STOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
SEARCH- Sometimes finds things you wish it hadn't
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyAVERAGEIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersAVERAGEIFS- NumberAVERAGEIFS accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
- ArrayAVERAGEIFS accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
- RangeAVERAGEIFS accepts Range as input data. Excel functions that operate on cell ranges and data sets
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for text manipulation Click to see all.
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
SEARCHVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.AVERAGEIFS- Excel 2007AVERAGEIFS is compatible with Excel 2007 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2007 version
STOCKHISTORY- Microsoft 365STOCKHISTORY is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
SEARCH- Excel 2019SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
Operating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsFor all*- WindowsExcel functions optimized for Windows operating system
- MacOSExcel functions optimized for MacOS users
AVERAGEIFS- Web ExcelAVERAGEIFS runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
- Excel OnlineAVERAGEIFS runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
STOCKHISTORY- Excel OnlineSTOCKHISTORY runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
SEARCH- Web ExcelSEARCH runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyFor all*Required Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionAVERAGEIFS- NumberAVERAGEIFS accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- ArrayAVERAGEIFS accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
- RangeAVERAGEIFS accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
SEARCH- TextSEARCH accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Flexible Criteria Selection
- Multiple Condition Support
- Easy To UnderstandFunctions with clear and intuitive syntax that are simple to learn
- Multiple Conditions SupportExcel functions handling multiple conditions enable complex logical operations and flexible data filtering
- Flexible Range SelectionFunctions that enable selecting dynamic ranges and cell references flexibly
- Easy To Use With Multiple CriteriaFunctions that handle multiple conditions efficiently
- Versatile For Complex Analysis
STOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
SEARCH- Case Insensitive
- Flexible Search Options
- Returns Position
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionAVERAGEIFS- Complex Syntax
- Limited Data Type SupportFunctions that work with only specific data types, restricting versatility Click to see all.
- Can Be Slow With Large DatasetsFunctions that process large amounts of data may significantly impact spreadsheet performance Click to see all.
- Limited To Numeric Values Only
- Limited To Numerical Data Only
- Requires Careful Range Selection
STOCKHISTORY- Subscription RequiredFunctions that don't require additional subscription costs for usage in Excel Click to see all.
- Internet DependentFunctions that need active internet connection to work, limiting offline use Click to see all.
SEARCH
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosAVERAGEIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCHReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingAVERAGEIFSSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Alternatives to AVERAGEIFS
SUMIFS
Known for Multiple Condition Sum
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGEIFS
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIFS
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performs better than AVERAGEIFS
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIFS
MATCH
Known for Position Finding
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGEIFS
SUMIF
Known for Conditional Sum Calculations
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
FORECAST
Known for Linear Trend Prediction
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGEIFS
MAXIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Max
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needs fewer arguments than AVERAGEIFS
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
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performs better than AVERAGEIFS
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIFS
AVERAGEIF
Known for Conditional Average Calculations
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
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performs better than AVERAGEIFS
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is more reliable than AVERAGEIFS
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIFS
MODE
Known for Finding Most Frequent Value
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
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performs better than AVERAGEIFS
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIFS
SUMPRODUCT
Known for Matrix Multiplication Calculations
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
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is more versatile than AVERAGEIFS
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performs better than AVERAGEIFS
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is more reliable than AVERAGEIFS
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIFS
SMALL
Known for Finding Nth Smallest Value
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is easier to use than AVERAGEIFS
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performs better than AVERAGEIFS
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is rated higher than AVERAGEIFS