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ROUND vs MAX vs CEILING
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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 typesFor all*Operation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsFor all*- CalculationExcel functions for performing various calculations
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionROUND- Data AnalystsROUND is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Financial ProfessionalsROUND is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
MAX- Data AnalystsMAX is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsMAX is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
CEILING
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionROUND- Round NumbersROUND is known for Round Numbers.
MAX- Finding Highest ValueMAX is known for Finding Highest Value.
CEILING- Upper RoundingCEILING is known for Upper Rounding.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionROUND- Most frequently used mathematical function after SUM
MAX- Works with arrays since Excel inception
CEILING- Used in Scientific Calculations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionROUND- The peacekeeper between integers and decimals
MAX- The function that always looks at the bright side of numbers
CEILING- Helps Numbers Reach Their Higher Self
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 parametersFor all*- NumberExcel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
Version 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
ROUND- Excel 2013ROUND 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
- Web ExcelExcel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyROUNDMAXCEILINGRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- NumberExcel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
MAX- ArrayMAX accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionROUND- Precise Control
- Consistent
- Universal
MAX- Simple To Use
- Versatile
CEILING- Predictable Results
- Engineering FriendlyFunctions specifically designed for engineering calculations and analysis
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionROUND- Limited Decimal Places
- No Rounding Options
MAX- Cannot Ignore Text Values
- Limited To NumbersFunctions that can only process numerical values and cannot handle text or dates Click to see all.
CEILING- Limited To Upward Rounding
- Single Direction
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to ROUND
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is more versatile than ROUND
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is more reliable than ROUND
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is rated higher than ROUND
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments
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needs fewer arguments than ROUND