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Using Microsoft Excel to compare two columns is a great way to look for discrepancies or similarities between two different sets of data. This post provides 3 different ways to accomplish this so that you can use the one that is most appropriate for your data and workbook. Video Step-by-step guide Let’s work through each…
Read MoreMicrosoft Excel can feel overwhelming with its vast array of features, commands, and tools. When you are trying to do something in Excel, and aren’t sure how … what do you do? Traditionally, this is where a Google search happens. And, we can certainly continue using online search. However, we now have another option available…
Read MoreThere are many built-in Excel features and functions. Which is awesome because they enable us to do so many different things. But … what happens when we want to do something for which there is no built-in feature? Are we stuck? No … we can typically get help from a macro. Macros are written in…
Read MoreWhether you’re trying to decipher a macro created by someone else in your organization, or you’re trying to make sure a code sample you found online is safe to run, ChatGPT can help you understand the VBA code. If you’re not a programmer, understanding macro VBA code can be a daunting task. In this post,…
Read MoreMicrosoft Excel is one of the most powerful and versatile software programs available. It allows users to quickly and accurately organize, analyze, and present data. With the help of ChatGPT, learning how to write Excel formulas just got easier. While ChatGPT may not be able to write formulas that are always 100% accurate, it can…
Read MoreHave you ever tried to reverse engineer or understand a complex Excel formula? Perhaps you inherited a workbook, and you encounter functions that you haven’t used before. Or, there are multiple functions in a single formula. It would really be nice if the person who created the formula could walk you through it. When this…
Read MoreAre you looking to learn how to write Excel formulas? Formulas are the backbone of Excel and allow you to perform calculations, manipulate data, and automate repetitive tasks. This post will guide you through the basics of writing Excel formulas and provide examples to help you get started. Video Narrative Welcome to a tutorial on…
Read MoreHello there! Are you looking to learn how to filter in Excel? You’ve come to the right place! Filtering is an incredibly useful feature in Excel that allows you to quickly and easily sort through large amounts of data to find exactly what you’re looking for. In this article, we’ll explore: Let’s get to it!…
Read MoreHave you ever encountered any of these common Excel situations where you need to: When you encounter these types of situations, what do you do? My guess is you probably start with a Google search, then follow several links to various blog posts and videos. Sometimes, they will provide you with the answers you are…
Read MoreIf you’ve used the VLOOKUP function before, you know that the lookup column is expected to be in the leftmost column within the range. Meaning, it’s going to look for a value in the leftmost column within the range and once it finds its match, it will shoot to the right to return the related…
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