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HYPERLINK vs MATCH vs STOCKHISTORY
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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 typesHYPERLINKMATCH- Lookup & ReferenceMATCH belongs to the Lookup & Reference category. Excel functions for searching and referencing data across spreadsheets
STOCKHISTORYOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsHYPERLINK- InformationHYPERLINK performs Information operations. Functions that focus on retrieving and displaying data in various formats
MATCH- RetrievalMATCH performs Retrieval operations. Functions specialized in fetching data from various sources
STOCKHISTORY- InformationSTOCKHISTORY performs Information operations. Functions that focus on retrieving and displaying data in various formats
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionHYPERLINK- Administrative StaffHYPERLINK is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
- Project ManagersHYPERLINK is designed for Project Managers. Excel functions helpful for project planning and tracking Click to see all.
MATCH- Data AnalystsMATCH is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Business ManagersMATCH is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Creating Clickable LinksHYPERLINK is known for Creating Clickable Links.
MATCH- Position FindingMATCH is known for Position Finding.
STOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Transforms cells into web links
MATCH- Best friend of INDEX
STOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionHYPERLINK- The function that turns Excel into a wannabe web browser
MATCH- The function that plays hide and seek
STOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyHYPERLINKMATCHSTOCKHISTORY
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*MATCH- NumberMATCH accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
STOCKHISTORY- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
Version Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.HYPERLINK- Excel 2019HYPERLINK is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016HYPERLINK is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013HYPERLINK is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
MATCH- Excel 2019MATCH is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016MATCH is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013MATCH is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
- Microsoft 365MATCH is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
- Excel OnlineMATCH is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform
STOCKHISTORY- Microsoft 365STOCKHISTORY is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
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
HYPERLINK- Web ExcelHYPERLINK runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
MATCH- Web ExcelMATCH runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
STOCKHISTORY- Excel OnlineSTOCKHISTORY runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyHYPERLINKMATCHSTOCKHISTORYRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- TextExcel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
- TextExcel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
MATCH- RangeMATCH accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
- NumberMATCH accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- ArrayMATCH accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
STOCKHISTORY- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Easy Link CreationFunctions that simplify the process of creating hyperlinks in spreadsheets
- Customizable Display TextFunctions that offer flexible output text formatting options
MATCH- Flexible Matching
- Works With INDEX
- Versatile Search
- Fast
STOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Limited Formatting Options
- Security Warnings
MATCH- Requires Sorted Data
- Complex Syntax
- Requires Exact Matches
STOCKHISTORY
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosHYPERLINKMATCHSTOCKHISTORYPerformance Score ⚙
Rating for function's execution speed and efficiencyHYPERLINKMATCHSTOCKHISTORYReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingHYPERLINKMATCHSTOCKHISTORY
Alternatives to HYPERLINK
VLOOKUP
Known for Vertical Data Search
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needs fewer arguments than MATCH
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is more versatile than MATCH
INDEX
Known for Advanced Data Retrieval
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is more versatile than MATCH
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performs better than MATCH
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is rated higher than MATCH
INDEX_MATCH
Known for Two-Way Lookup Power
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is more versatile than MATCH
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performs better than MATCH
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is more reliable than MATCH
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is rated higher than MATCH
COUNTIF
Known for Counting With Conditions
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is easier to use than MATCH
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performs better than MATCH
HLOOKUP
Known for Horizontal Data Lookup
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needs fewer arguments than MATCH
XLOOKUP
Known for Dynamic Array Support
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is easier to use than MATCH
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is more versatile than MATCH
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performs better than MATCH
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is more reliable than MATCH
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is rated higher than MATCH
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than MATCH
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performs better than MATCH
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is more reliable than MATCH
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is rated higher than MATCH
SUBSTITUTE
Known for Replace Specific Text
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is easier to use than MATCH
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performs better than MATCH
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is more reliable than MATCH
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is rated higher than MATCH