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RIGHT vs PMT vs CLEAN
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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 typesRIGHT- TextRIGHT belongs to the Text category. Excel functions for manipulating and analyzing text data
PMTCLEAN- TextCLEAN 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 inputsRIGHT- ManipulationRIGHT performs Manipulation operations. Functions that modify and transform data in different ways
PMT- CalculationPMT performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
CLEAN- ManipulationCLEAN 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 functionRIGHT- Data AnalystsRIGHT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffRIGHT is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
PMT- Financial ProfessionalsPMT is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AccountantsPMT is designed for Accountants. Excel functions commonly used by accountants for financial tracking and reporting Click to see all.
CLEAN
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionRIGHT- Extract Rightmost CharactersRIGHT is known for Extract Rightmost Characters.
PMT- Calculate Loan PaymentsPMT is known for Calculate Loan Payments.
CLEAN- Removing Non-Printable CharactersCLEAN is known for Removing Non-Printable Characters.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionRIGHT- Was created before LEFT function despite being less commonly used
PMT- Most used function in banking industry
CLEAN- Originally created for printer compatibility
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionRIGHT- The rebellious twin of the LEFT function
PMT- The function that reminds you of your debts
CLEAN- Makes your data shower-fresh clean
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyRIGHTPMTCLEAN
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersRIGHTPMT- NumberPMT accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
CLEANVersion 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 properlyRIGHTPMTCLEANRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionRIGHT- TextRIGHT accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
- NumberRIGHT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
PMT- NumberPMT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- NumberPMT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- NumberPMT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
CLEAN- TextCLEAN accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionRIGHT- Simple To Use
- Consistent
- Efficient
- Reliable
PMT- Accurate Calculations
- Industry StandardExcel functions recognized as industry standards ensure widespread compatibility and reliability
- Reliable
CLEAN- Removes Unwanted Characters
- Improves Data Quality
- Simple To Use
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionRIGHT- Limited To Characters Only
- No Pattern MatchingFunctions unable to identify or work with text patterns or regular expressions Click to see all.
- Only Right SideFunctions that can only work with characters from the right side of text Click to see all.
- Fixed LengthFunctions only process data of specific lengths, limiting adaptability Click to see all.
PMT- Negative Number Output
- Complex Parameters
CLEAN- Limited Cleaning Scope
- Only Removes Specific Characters
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to RIGHT
LEFT
Known for Text Extraction
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is easier to use than RIGHT
LEN
Known for Character Count Calculation
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is easier to use than RIGHT
TRIM
Known for Remove Extra Spaces
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is easier to use than RIGHT
LOWER
Known for Convert Text To Lowercase
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is easier to use than RIGHT
SUBSTITUTE
Known for Replace Specific Text
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needs fewer arguments than RIGHT
📈
is more versatile than RIGHT
MID
Known for Extracting Text Segments
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needs fewer arguments than RIGHT
UPPER
Known for Converting Text To Uppercase
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is easier to use than RIGHT