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IFS vs TEXTJOIN vs PROPER
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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 typesIFSTEXTJOIN- TextTEXTJOIN belongs to the Text category. Excel functions for manipulating and analyzing text data
PROPER- TextPROPER 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 inputsIFSTEXTJOIN- ManipulationTEXTJOIN performs Manipulation operations. Functions that modify and transform data in different ways
PROPER- ManipulationPROPER 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 functionIFS- Business ManagersIFS is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- AnalystsIFS is designed for Analysts. Excel functions essential for data analysis and reporting Click to see all.
TEXTJOIN- Data AnalystsTEXTJOIN is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffTEXTJOIN is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
PROPER
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionIFS- Multiple Condition HandlingIFS is known for Multiple Condition Handling.
TEXTJOIN- Advanced Text CombiningTEXTJOIN is known for Advanced Text Combining.
PROPER- Capitalize First LettersPROPER is known for Capitalize First Letters.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionIFS- Replaced nested IF statements
TEXTJOIN- First delimiter-based text joiner
PROPER- Inspired by proper English grammar rules
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionIFS- Like a traffic controller for logical conditions
TEXTJOIN- The party planner of text functions
PROPER- The grammar police of Excel functions
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyIFSTEXTJOINPROPER
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersIFS- BooleanIFS accepts Boolean as input data. Excel functions that work with TRUE/FALSE logical values
TEXTJOINPROPERVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
IFS- Microsoft 365IFS is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
TEXTJOIN- Microsoft 365TEXTJOIN is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
PROPER- Excel 2019PROPER is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2013PROPER 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
IFS- Excel OnlineIFS runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
TEXTJOIN- Excel OnlineTEXTJOIN runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
PROPER- Web ExcelPROPER runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyIFSTEXTJOINPROPERRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- TextExcel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
IFS- BooleanIFS accepts Boolean as input types Excel functions that work with true/false logical inputs for decision-making
TEXTJOIN- ArrayTEXTJOIN accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
- BooleanTEXTJOIN accepts Boolean as input types Excel functions that work with true/false logical inputs for decision-making
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionIFS- Multiple Condition Support
- Clean SyntaxFunctions with clear and easy-to-understand syntax structure
- Logical Flow
TEXTJOIN- Flexible Delimiter
- Ignore Empty Cells
- Array Support
PROPER- Automatic Capitalization
- Consistent Formatting
- Easy FormattingFunctions that simplify the process of formatting cells and data
- Consistent
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionIFSTEXTJOIN- Version Compatibility
- Complex For Basic Users
PROPER- Struggles With Special Characters
- Limited Flexibility
- Limited Formatting Options
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to IFS
SUBSTITUTE
Known for Replace Specific Text
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is more versatile than TEXTJOIN
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is more reliable than TEXTJOIN
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is rated higher than TEXTJOIN
LEFT
Known for Text Extraction
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is easier to use than TEXTJOIN
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is more reliable than TEXTJOIN
TEXT
Known for Number Formatting
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is more reliable than TEXTJOIN
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is rated higher than TEXTJOIN
CONCATENATE
Known for Text Joining
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is easier to use than TEXTJOIN
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performs better than TEXTJOIN
IF
Known for Conditional Statements
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is more versatile than TEXTJOIN
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is more reliable than TEXTJOIN
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is rated higher than TEXTJOIN
CONCAT
Known for Modern Text Joining
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is easier to use than TEXTJOIN
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is more versatile than TEXTJOIN
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performs better than TEXTJOIN
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is more reliable than TEXTJOIN
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is rated higher than TEXTJOIN
CLEAN
Known for Removing Non-Printable Characters
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is easier to use than TEXTJOIN
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is more reliable than TEXTJOIN
MATCH
Known for Position Finding
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is more versatile than TEXTJOIN