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PRODUCT vs WEEKDAY vs NETWORKDAYS
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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 typesPRODUCTWEEKDAYNETWORKDAYSOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsPRODUCT- CalculationPRODUCT performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
WEEKDAYNETWORKDAYS- CalculationNETWORKDAYS performs Calculation operations. Excel functions for performing various calculations
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionPRODUCT- Data AnalystsPRODUCT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsPRODUCT is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
WEEKDAY- Business ManagersWEEKDAY is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffWEEKDAY is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
NETWORKDAYS
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Multiplying Numbers TogetherPRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.
WEEKDAY- Day Of Week DeterminationWEEKDAY is known for Day Of Week Determination.
NETWORKDAYS- Calculate Working DaysNETWORKDAYS is known for Calculate Working Days.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once
WEEKDAY- Essential for business day calculations
NETWORKDAYS- Created after numerous complaints about weekend inclusion
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPRODUCT- The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'
WEEKDAY- The function that helps you plan your weekends
NETWORKDAYS- The function that knows you don't work weekends
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyPRODUCTWEEKDAYNETWORKDAYS
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersPRODUCT- NumberPRODUCT accepts Number as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for numerical calculations
WEEKDAY- DateWEEKDAY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
NETWORKDAYS- DateNETWORKDAYS accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values
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
- 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 properlyPRODUCTWEEKDAYNETWORKDAYSRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionPRODUCT- NumberPRODUCT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs
- ArrayPRODUCT accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations
WEEKDAY- DateWEEKDAY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
NETWORKDAYS- DateNETWORKDAYS accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Handles Multiple ArgumentsFunctions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously
- Array Compatible
WEEKDAY- Multiple Return Formats
- Easy Date ConversionFunctions that simplify the process of converting between different date formats
NETWORKDAYS- Excludes Weekends
- Holiday Aware
- Accurate
- Excludes Weekends Automatically
- Considers Holidays
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can Overflow With Large Numbers
- No Selective Multiplication
WEEKDAY- Limited Return Options
- Date System Dependent
NETWORKDAYS- Requires Date FormatFunctions that only work with properly formatted date values Click to see all.
- Complex Holiday Handling
- Limited Holiday Input Format
- Regional Limitations
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosPRODUCTWEEKDAYNETWORKDAYSPerformance Score ⚙
Rating for function's execution speed and efficiencyPRODUCTWEEKDAYNETWORKDAYSReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingPRODUCTWEEKDAYNETWORKDAYS
Alternatives to PRODUCT
NOW
Known for Current Date And Time Retrieval
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is easier to use 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
TODAY
Known for Current Date Return
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is easier to use than WEEKDAY
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performs better 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
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
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
FIND
Known for Text Search And Position Finding
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needs fewer arguments than WEEKDAY