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INDEX_MATCH

Known for Two-Way Lookup Power

Basic Classification

    Facts

    • Interesting Fact 💡

      Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel function
      • Used in 80% of advanced Excel formulas
    • Sarcastic Fact 🤣

      Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel function
      • The relationship status of Excel functions: It's complicated

    Technical Details

    Evaluation

    • Pros

      Key advantages and strengths of the Excel function
      • More Flexible Than VLOOKUP
      • Can Search Both Ways
      • Better Performance
      • Column Independent
    • Cons

      Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel function
      • Requires Two Functions
      • Steeper Learning Curve
      • Complex Syntax
    Alternatives to INDEX_MATCH
    MATCH
    Known for Position Finding
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    VLOOKUP
    Known for Vertical Data Search
    🔢 needs fewer arguments than INDEX_MATCH
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    SUMIFS
    Known for Multiple Condition Sum
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    XLOOKUP
    Known for Dynamic Array Support
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    is rated higher than INDEX_MATCH
    COUNT
    Known for Counting Numeric Cells
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    COUNTIFS
    Known for Multiple Criteria Counting
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    SUM
    Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations
    📊 is easier to use than INDEX_MATCH
    🛠 is more reliable than INDEX_MATCH
    is rated higher than INDEX_MATCH

    FAQ about INDEX_MATCH