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WEEKDAY vs DAY vs LOWER
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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 typesWEEKDAYDAYLOWER- TextLOWER 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 inputsWEEKDAYDAY- InformationDAY performs Information operations. Functions that focus on retrieving and displaying data in various formats
LOWER- ManipulationLOWER 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 functionWEEKDAY- Business ManagersWEEKDAY is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffWEEKDAY is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
DAY- Data AnalystsDAY is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Financial ProfessionalsDAY is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
LOWER
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Day Of Week DeterminationWEEKDAY is known for Day Of Week Determination.
DAY- Day ExtractionDAY is known for Day Extraction.
LOWER- Convert Text To LowercaseLOWER is known for Convert Text To Lowercase.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Essential for business day calculations
DAY- Used billions times daily
LOWER- One of the first text functions
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionWEEKDAY- The function that helps you plan your weekends
DAY- The smallest unit of date functions family
LOWER- Makes your text feel very humble
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyFor all*
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersWEEKDAY- DateWEEKDAY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
DAY- DateDAY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
LOWERVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*- Excel 2019Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013Excel 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
- Web ExcelExcel 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 functionWEEKDAY- DateWEEKDAY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
DAY- DateDAY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
LOWER- TextLOWER accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Multiple Return Formats
- Easy Date ConversionFunctions that simplify the process of converting between different date formats
DAY- StraightforwardExcel functions that are easy to understand and implement with clear syntax and direct results
- Reliable
LOWER- Simple To Use
- Consistent Results
- Fast
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Limited Return Options
- Date System Dependent
DAY- Limited FunctionalityFunctions with restricted capabilities, reducing problem-solving options Click to see all.
- Single Purpose
LOWER- Single Purpose
- Basic Functionality
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to WEEKDAY
COUNTBLANK
Known for Empty Cell Counter
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is more versatile than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY
ISBLANK
Known for Empty Cell Detection
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is more versatile than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY
TODAY
Known for Current Date Return
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is more versatile than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY
NOW
Known for Current Date And Time Retrieval
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is easier to use than DAY
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is more versatile than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY
DAYS
Known for Calculate Days Between Dates
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needs fewer arguments than DAY
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is more versatile than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY
LEN
Known for Character Count Calculation
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is more versatile than DAY
ROW
Known for Row Number Retrieval
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is easier to use than DAY
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is more versatile than DAY
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performs better than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY
COLUMN
Known for Column Number Retrieval
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is easier to use than DAY
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is more versatile than DAY
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performs better than DAY
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is rated higher than DAY