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WEEKDAY vs DATEVALUE vs SEARCH
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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 typesWEEKDAYDATEVALUESEARCH- TextSEARCH 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 inputsWEEKDAYDATEVALUESEARCH- ManipulationSEARCH 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*WEEKDAYDATEVALUESEARCHPurpose 📝
Primary purposes and use cases of the Excel functionWEEKDAYDATEVALUE- Date CalculationsDATEVALUE is used for Date Calculations. Functions for working with dates and time calculations Click to see all.
- Data AnalysisDATEVALUE is used for Data Analysis. Functions specifically designed for analyzing data Click to see all.
SEARCH
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Day Of Week DeterminationWEEKDAY is known for Day Of Week Determination.
DATEVALUE- Text To Date ConversionDATEVALUE is known for Text To Date Conversion.
SEARCH- Case-Insensitive SearchSEARCH is known for Case-Insensitive Search.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Essential for business day calculations
DATEVALUE- Handles 40+ date formats
SEARCH- Was inspired by word processing software
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionWEEKDAY- The function that helps you plan your weekends
DATEVALUE- Your computer's calendar in disguise
SEARCH- Sometimes finds things you wish it hadn't
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 parametersWEEKDAY- DateWEEKDAY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
DATEVALUESEARCHVersion 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 properlyWEEKDAYDATEVALUESEARCHRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionWEEKDAY- DateWEEKDAY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
DATEVALUE- TextDATEVALUE accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
SEARCH- TextSEARCH accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Multiple Return Formats
- Easy Date ConversionFunctions that simplify the process of converting between different date formats
DATEVALUE- Simple Date Conversion
- Format FlexibleFunctions that can work with multiple data formats and types seamlessly
SEARCH- Case Insensitive
- Flexible Search Options
- Returns Position
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionWEEKDAY- Limited Return Options
- Date System Dependent
DATEVALUE- Region Format Dependent
- Text Must Be Recognizable Date
SEARCH
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosWEEKDAYDATEVALUESEARCH
Alternatives to WEEKDAY
NOW
Known for Current Date And Time Retrieval
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
TODAY
Known for Current Date Return
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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performs better than WEEKDAY
DAYS
Known for Calculate Days Between Dates
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needs fewer arguments than WEEKDAY
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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performs better than WEEKDAY
DAY
Known for Day Extraction
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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performs better than WEEKDAY
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is more reliable than WEEKDAY
YEAR
Known for Year Extraction
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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performs better than WEEKDAY
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is more reliable than WEEKDAY
MONTH
Known for Month Extraction
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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performs better than WEEKDAY
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is more reliable than WEEKDAY
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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is more versatile than WEEKDAY
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is rated higher than WEEKDAY