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SEQUENCE vs PMT vs LAMBDA
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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 typesSEQUENCEPMTLAMBDAOperation 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 functionSEQUENCE- ProgrammersSEQUENCE is designed for Programmers. Excel functions useful for programming and automation tasks Click to see all.
- Data AnalystsSEQUENCE is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsSEQUENCE is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research 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.
LAMBDA
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionSEQUENCE- Dynamic Number SeriesSEQUENCE is known for Dynamic Number Series.
PMT- Calculate Loan PaymentsPMT is known for Calculate Loan Payments.
LAMBDA- Custom Function CreationLAMBDA is known for Custom Function Creation.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionSEQUENCE- Creates perfect arithmetic sequences
PMT- Most used function in banking industry
LAMBDA- Brings programming concepts to Excel
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionSEQUENCE- Like counting sheep but for insomnia-free Excel users
PMT- The function that reminds you of your debts
LAMBDA- Like teaching Excel to speak programmer
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelySEQUENCEPMTLAMBDA
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersSEQUENCE- NumberSEQUENCE accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
PMT- NumberPMT accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
LAMBDA- ArrayLAMBDA accepts Array as input data. Excel functions designed to work with arrays and ranges of data Click to see all.
- AnyLAMBDA accepts Any as input data. Excel functions that can handle multiple types of input data
Version Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.SEQUENCE- Excel 2019SEQUENCE is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Microsoft 365SEQUENCE is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
PMT- Excel 2019PMT is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016PMT is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013PMT is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version
LAMBDA- Microsoft 365LAMBDA 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
SEQUENCE- Excel OnlineSEQUENCE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
PMT- Web ExcelPMT runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
LAMBDA- Excel OnlineLAMBDA 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 properlySEQUENCEPMTLAMBDARequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionSEQUENCE- NumberSEQUENCE 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
LAMBDA- ArrayLAMBDA accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
- AnyLAMBDA accepts Any as input types Excel functions that can process multiple types of input arguments without restrictions
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionSEQUENCE- Automatic Sequence Generation
- Dynamic Arrays
- Flexible Steps
- Generates Number Series
PMT- Accurate Calculations
- Industry StandardExcel functions recognized as industry standards ensure widespread compatibility and reliability
- Reliable
LAMBDA- Reusable CodeExcel functions with reusable code enable efficient formula implementation across different scenarios
- Custom FunctionsFunctions that allow user-defined customization and operations
- Recursive Capability
- Reusable Custom Functions
- Reduces Complexity
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionSEQUENCE- Modern Excel Required
- Overflow Potential
- New Versions Only
- Limited Customization
PMT- Negative Number Output
- Complex Parameters
LAMBDA
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to SEQUENCE
MAX
Known for Finding Highest Value
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
FILTER
Known for Advanced Filtering
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needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE
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is more versatile than SEQUENCE
MIN
Known for Finding Lowest Value
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
FACT
Known for Calculate Factorials
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
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is more reliable than SEQUENCE
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is rated higher than SEQUENCE
AGGREGATE
Known for Advanced Calculations With Options
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needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE
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is more versatile than SEQUENCE
UNIQUE
Known for Duplicate Removal
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers
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needs fewer arguments than SEQUENCE
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
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is rated higher than SEQUENCE
PRODUCT
Known for Multiplying Numbers Together
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than SEQUENCE