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UNIQUE vs COUNTBLANK vs SORT
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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 typesUNIQUECOUNTBLANK- StatisticalCOUNTBLANK belongs to the Statistical category. Excel functions for statistical analysis and calculations
SORTOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsUNIQUECOUNTBLANK- CalculationCOUNTBLANK performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
SORT- ManipulationSORT 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 functionFor all*UNIQUE- Business ManagersUNIQUE is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffUNIQUE is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
COUNTBLANKSORT
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionUNIQUE- Duplicate RemovalUNIQUE is known for Duplicate Removal.
COUNTBLANK- Empty Cell CounterCOUNTBLANK is known for Empty Cell Counter.
SORT- Dynamic SortingSORT is known for Dynamic Sorting.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionUNIQUE- First array-based duplicate remover
COUNTBLANK- Originally created to find missing data entries
SORT- First dynamic array sorting function
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionUNIQUE- Like a bouncer at an exclusive Excel party
COUNTBLANK- The introvert of Excel functions - only looks for empty spaces
SORT- The librarian of Excel functions
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyUNIQUECOUNTBLANKSORT
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*- RangeExcel functions that operate on cell ranges and data sets
UNIQUESORTVersion 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
- Microsoft 365Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform
COUNTBLANK- Excel 2016COUNTBLANK is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
- Excel 2013COUNTBLANK 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
UNIQUE- Excel OnlineUNIQUE runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
COUNTBLANK- Web ExcelCOUNTBLANK runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
SORT- Excel OnlineSORT runs on Excel Online Excel functions available in the online version of Excel
- Web ExcelSORT runs on Web Excel Excel functions available in web-based versions
Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyFor all*Required Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*- RangeExcel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionUNIQUE- Removes Duplicates AutomaticallyExcel functions that automatically remove duplicates maintain data uniqueness efficiently
- Dynamic ResultsFunctions that automatically update results when source data changes
- Simple Syntax
- Automatically UpdatesFunctions that dynamically update results based on data changes
COUNTBLANK- Simple To Use
- Quick Results
- Reliable
SORT- Automatic Sorting
- Dynamic ResultsFunctions that automatically update results when source data changes
- Multiple Columns
- Automatic Updates
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionUNIQUE- Requires Latest Excel Versions
- Array Spillover Needs Space
- Limited To Newer Versions
- Single Operation
COUNTBLANK- Only Counts Completely Empty CellsFunctions that only detect completely empty cells and ignore cells with spaces or formulas Click to see all.
- Cannot Count Specific Values
- Limited FunctionalityFunctions with restricted capabilities, reducing problem-solving options Click to see all.
SORT
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosUNIQUECOUNTBLANKSORT
Alternatives to UNIQUE
FILTER
Known for Advanced Filtering
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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is more versatile than UNIQUE
CONCAT
Known for Modern Text Joining
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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performs better than UNIQUE
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
SEQUENCE
Known for Dynamic Number Series
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is more versatile than UNIQUE
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performs better than UNIQUE
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
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is more reliable than UNIQUE
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is rated higher than UNIQUE
TRANSPOSE
Known for Converting Row Data To Columns
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is easier to use than UNIQUE
XLOOKUP
Known for Dynamic Array Support
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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is more versatile than UNIQUE
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is rated higher than UNIQUE
DSUM
Known for Database Sum Operations
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
AVERAGEIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Based Average
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
COUNTIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
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needs fewer arguments than UNIQUE
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is more versatile than UNIQUE