'SMALL function' category
Date and Time Functions – N to Z
Table of Contents How to use the NETWORKDAYS function How to use the NETWORKDAYS.INTL function How to use the NOW […]
Table of Contents How to use the NETWORKDAYS function How to use the NETWORKDAYS.INTL function How to use the NOW […]
Get date ranges from a schedule
This article demonstrates ways to extract names and corresponding populated date ranges from a schedule using Excel 365 and earlier […]
This article demonstrates ways to extract names and corresponding populated date ranges from a schedule using Excel 365 and earlier […]
How to replace part of formula in all cells
Table of Contents How to replace part of formula in all cells Substitute multiple text strings - Excel 365 recursive […]
Table of Contents How to replace part of formula in all cells Substitute multiple text strings - Excel 365 recursive […]
SMALL function – INDEX MATCH
This article demonstrates how to extract multiple numbers based on a condition and return a sorted list from small to […]
This article demonstrates how to extract multiple numbers based on a condition and return a sorted list from small to […]
How to ignore zeros using the SMALL function
This article shows how to create a formula that sorts numbers from small to large excluding zeros. I will also […]
This article shows how to create a formula that sorts numbers from small to large excluding zeros. I will also […]
SMALL function – multiple conditions
This article demonstrates how to sort numbers from small to large using a condition or criteria, I will show how […]
This article demonstrates how to sort numbers from small to large using a condition or criteria, I will show how […]
SMALL function for text
This article demonstrates a formula that sorts text values based on character length, the Excel 365 dynamic array formula is […]
This article demonstrates a formula that sorts text values based on character length, the Excel 365 dynamic array formula is […]
SMALL function ignore duplicates
This article demonstrates ways to sort numbers from smallest to largest ignoring duplicate numbers. Table of Contents SMALL function with […]
This article demonstrates ways to sort numbers from smallest to largest ignoring duplicate numbers. Table of Contents SMALL function with […]
INDEX MATCH – multiple results
Table of Contents INDEX MATCH - multiple results INDEX and MATCH - multiple criteria and multiple results INDEX and MATCH […]
Table of Contents INDEX MATCH - multiple results INDEX and MATCH - multiple criteria and multiple results INDEX and MATCH […]
If cell contains text from list
This article demonstrates several techniques to check if a cell contains text based on a list. The first example shows […]
This article demonstrates several techniques to check if a cell contains text based on a list. The first example shows […]
INDEX MATCH with multiple criteria
This article demonstrates formulas that let you perform lookups using two or more conditions. The image above shows two conditions […]
This article demonstrates formulas that let you perform lookups using two or more conditions. The image above shows two conditions […]
Distribute values across numerical ranges
This article demonstrates how to distribute values into specific ranges with possible overlapping ranges. I have written articles about filter […]
This article demonstrates how to distribute values into specific ranges with possible overlapping ranges. I have written articles about filter […]
How to extract a case sensitive unique list from a column
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts unique values from a column also considering upper and lower characters (case sensitive). […]
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts unique values from a column also considering upper and lower characters (case sensitive). […]
Extract a list of alphabetically sorted duplicates based on a condition
The following image shows you a data set in columns B and C. The formula in cell E2 extracts a […]
The following image shows you a data set in columns B and C. The formula in cell E2 extracts a […]
Filter duplicate values based on criteria
This article demonstrates formulas and Excel tools that extract duplicates based on three conditions. The first and second condition is […]
This article demonstrates formulas and Excel tools that extract duplicates based on three conditions. The first and second condition is […]
Use VLOOKUP and return multiple values sorted from A to Z
This article demonstrates how to extract multiple values based on a search value and display them sorted from A to […]
This article demonstrates how to extract multiple values based on a search value and display them sorted from A to […]
How to use Excel Tables
An Excel table allows you to easily sort, filter and sum values in a data set where values are related.
An Excel table allows you to easily sort, filter and sum values in a data set where values are related.
How to extract rows containing digits [Formula]
This article describes a formula that returns all rows containing at least one digit 0 (zero) to 9. What's on […]
This article describes a formula that returns all rows containing at least one digit 0 (zero) to 9. What's on […]
Compare two columns in different worksheets
This article describes an array formula that compares values from two different columns in two worksheets twice and returns a […]
This article describes an array formula that compares values from two different columns in two worksheets twice and returns a […]
Sort values by corresponding text arranged in a column
This article describes a formula that sorts values arranged in a column from A to z by every other value. […]
This article describes a formula that sorts values arranged in a column from A to z by every other value. […]
Follow stock market trends – Moving Average
In my previous post, I described how to build a dynamic stock chart that lets you easily adjust the date […]
In my previous post, I described how to build a dynamic stock chart that lets you easily adjust the date […]
Find empty dates in a set of date ranges
The formula in cell B8, shown above, extracts dates not included in the specified date ranges, in other words, dates […]
The formula in cell B8, shown above, extracts dates not included in the specified date ranges, in other words, dates […]
Split expenses calculator
This article demonstrates two ways to calculate expenses evenly split across multiple people. The first one is a formula solution, […]
This article demonstrates two ways to calculate expenses evenly split across multiple people. The first one is a formula solution, […]
Extract the most repeated adjacent values in a column
The array formula in cell D3 returns the the length of longest consecutive sequence of a value in column A.  Cell […]
The array formula in cell D3 returns the the length of longest consecutive sequence of a value in column A.  Cell […]
Search for a sequence of cells based on wildcard search
This article demonstrates array formulas that perform a wildcard search based on a sequence of values. The formulas return the […]
This article demonstrates array formulas that perform a wildcard search based on a sequence of values. The formulas return the […]
Search for a sequence of values
This article demonstrates array formulas that identify two search values in a row or in a sequence. The image above […]
This article demonstrates array formulas that identify two search values in a row or in a sequence. The image above […]
How to group items by quarter using formulas
This article demonstrates two formulas, the first formula counts items by quarter and the second formula extracts the corresponding items […]
This article demonstrates two formulas, the first formula counts items by quarter and the second formula extracts the corresponding items […]
Lookup value based on two critera – second criteria is the adjacent value and its position in a given list
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts items based on two conditions. The first condition (Location) is used to find […]
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts items based on two conditions. The first condition (Location) is used to find […]
Lookup and return multiple sorted values based on corresponding values in another column
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts values based on a condition and sorts the returned values based on values […]
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts values based on a condition and sorts the returned values based on values […]
Identify rows of overlapping records
This article demonstrates a formula that points out row numbers of records that overlap the current record based on a […]
This article demonstrates a formula that points out row numbers of records that overlap the current record based on a […]
Compare two columns and extract differences
This article demonstrates formulas that extract values that exist only in one column out of two columns. There are text […]
This article demonstrates formulas that extract values that exist only in one column out of two columns. There are text […]
Wildcard lookups and include or exclude criteria
This article demonstrates three different ways to filter a data set if a value contains a specific string and if […]
This article demonstrates three different ways to filter a data set if a value contains a specific string and if […]
Lookup with any number of criteria
This article demonstrates a formula that allows you to search a data set using any number of conditions, however, one […]
This article demonstrates a formula that allows you to search a data set using any number of conditions, however, one […]
Find all sequences of consecutive dates
This article demonstrates formulas that display dates that follow each other in sequence. Dates June 5, 2025 and June 6, […]
This article demonstrates formulas that display dates that follow each other in sequence. Dates June 5, 2025 and June 6, […]
How to use the SMALL function
The SMALL function lets you extract a number in a cell range based on how small it is compared to the other numbers in the group.
The SMALL function lets you extract a number in a cell range based on how small it is compared to the other numbers in the group.
How to sort a data set using three different approaches, built-in tools, array formulas, and VBA
I will in this article demonstrate three different techniques to sort a data set in Excel. The first method sorts […]
I will in this article demonstrate three different techniques to sort a data set in Excel. The first method sorts […]
Convert array formula to a regular formula
This article explains how to avoid array formulas if needed. It won't work with all array formulas, however, smaller ones […]
This article explains how to avoid array formulas if needed. It won't work with all array formulas, however, smaller ones […]
Group rows based on a condition
What's on this page Group rows based on a condition Merge matching rows 1. Group rows based on a condition […]
What's on this page Group rows based on a condition Merge matching rows 1. Group rows based on a condition […]
Working with date ranges
Table of Contents Find date range based on a date Sort dates within a date range 1. Find date range […]
Table of Contents Find date range based on a date Sort dates within a date range 1. Find date range […]
How to use VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP with multiple conditions
I will in this article demonstrate how to use the VLOOKUP function with multiple conditions. The function was not built […]
I will in this article demonstrate how to use the VLOOKUP function with multiple conditions. The function was not built […]
Working with three relational tables
I will in this article demonstrate four formulas that do lookups, extract unique distinct and duplicate values and sums numbers […]
I will in this article demonstrate four formulas that do lookups, extract unique distinct and duplicate values and sums numbers […]
Extract unique distinct values from a relational table
In this post, I am going to show you how to extract unique distinct values and duplicates using a formula, […]
In this post, I am going to show you how to extract unique distinct values and duplicates using a formula, […]
Lookups in relational tables
Excel 2010 has a PowerPivot feature and DAX formulas that let you work with multiple tables of data. You can […]
Excel 2010 has a PowerPivot feature and DAX formulas that let you work with multiple tables of data. You can […]
Search related table based on a date and date range
I will in this article demonstrate how to search a table for a date based on a condition and then […]
I will in this article demonstrate how to search a table for a date based on a condition and then […]
Excel calendar
Table of Contents Excel monthly calendar - VBA Â Calendar Drop down lists Headers Calculating dates (formula) Conditional formatting Today Dates […]
Table of Contents Excel monthly calendar - VBA Â Calendar Drop down lists Headers Calculating dates (formula) Conditional formatting Today Dates […]
Populate drop down list with filtered Excel Table values
This article demonstrates how to populate a drop down list with filtered values from an Excel defined Table. The animated […]
This article demonstrates how to populate a drop down list with filtered values from an Excel defined Table. The animated […]
Shift Schedule
Geoff asks: Hi Oscar, I have a cross reference table we use for shift scheduling. The x-axis is comprised of […]
Geoff asks: Hi Oscar, I have a cross reference table we use for shift scheduling. The x-axis is comprised of […]
Lookup multiple values across columns and return a single value
Table of Contents Lookup multiple values across columns and return a single value Lookup using multiple conditions Lookup a date […]
Table of Contents Lookup multiple values across columns and return a single value Lookup using multiple conditions Lookup a date […]
Use a drop down list to filter and concatenate unique distinct values
Question: Is there a way to have a unique list generated from a list? Meaning I have a sheet that […]
Question: Is there a way to have a unique list generated from a list? Meaning I have a sheet that […]
Partial match and return multiple adjacent values
This article demonstrates array formulas that search for cell values containing a search string and returns corresponding values on the […]
This article demonstrates array formulas that search for cell values containing a search string and returns corresponding values on the […]
Dependent drop-down lists in multiple rows
This article demonstrates how to set up dependent drop-down lists in multiple cells. The drop-down lists are populated based on […]
This article demonstrates how to set up dependent drop-down lists in multiple cells. The drop-down lists are populated based on […]
Watch schedule that populates vacation time
This schedule uses the year and month in cell D1 and K1 to highlight activities like vacation specified in the […]
This schedule uses the year and month in cell D1 and K1 to highlight activities like vacation specified in the […]
Use a drop down list to search and return multiple values
I will in this article demonstrate how to use a value from a drop-down list and use it to do […]
I will in this article demonstrate how to use a value from a drop-down list and use it to do […]
Count cells between specified values
This article demonstrates formulas that calculate the number of cells between two values, the first scenario involves two search values […]
This article demonstrates formulas that calculate the number of cells between two values, the first scenario involves two search values […]
Remove common records between two data sets
This article demonstrates how to filter records occurring in only one out of two Excel defined tables. It also shows […]
This article demonstrates how to filter records occurring in only one out of two Excel defined tables. It also shows […]
Filter unique distinct values, sorted and blanks removed from a range
EEK asks: I am looking for the same formula on this page, but targeting a range of MxN (spanning multiple […]
EEK asks: I am looking for the same formula on this page, but targeting a range of MxN (spanning multiple […]
Vlookup across multiple sheets
This article demonstrates an array formula that searches two tables on two different sheets and returns multiple results. Sheet1 contains […]
This article demonstrates an array formula that searches two tables on two different sheets and returns multiple results. Sheet1 contains […]
Vlookup a cell range and return multiple values
VLOOKUP a multi-column range and return multiple values.
VLOOKUP a multi-column range and return multiple values.
Search each column for a string each and return multiple records – OR logic
RU asks: Can you please suggest if i want to find out the rows with fixed value in "First Name" […]
RU asks: Can you please suggest if i want to find out the rows with fixed value in "First Name" […]
How to compare two data sets
Table of Contents How to compare two data sets - Excel Table and autofilter Filter shared records from two tables […]
Table of Contents How to compare two data sets - Excel Table and autofilter Filter shared records from two tables […]
Bill reminder in excel
Brad asks: I'm trying to use your formulas to create my own bill reminder sheet. I envision a workbook where […]
Brad asks: I'm trying to use your formulas to create my own bill reminder sheet. I envision a workbook where […]
Fuzzy VLOOKUP
This formula returns multiple values even if they are arranged differently or have minor misspellings compared to the lookup value.
This formula returns multiple values even if they are arranged differently or have minor misspellings compared to the lookup value.
A Comprehensive Guide to Splitting Text in Excel
This blog article describes how to split strings in a cell with space as a delimiting character, like Text to […]
This blog article describes how to split strings in a cell with space as a delimiting character, like Text to […]
Filter overlapping date ranges
This blog article describes how to extract coinciding date ranges using array formulas, the image above shows random date ranges […]
This blog article describes how to extract coinciding date ranges using array formulas, the image above shows random date ranges […]
Create a drop down calendar
The drop down calendar in the image above uses a "calculation" sheet and a named range. You can copy the drop-down […]
The drop down calendar in the image above uses a "calculation" sheet and a named range. You can copy the drop-down […]
Compare tables: Filter records occurring only in one table
Table of Contents Compare tables: Filter records occurring only in one table Compare two lists and filter unique values where […]
Table of Contents Compare tables: Filter records occurring only in one table Compare two lists and filter unique values where […]
Apply dependent combo box selections to a filter
Josh asks: now if i only knew how to apply these dependent dropdown selections to a filter, i'd be set. […]
Josh asks: now if i only knew how to apply these dependent dropdown selections to a filter, i'd be set. […]
True round-robin tournament
Mark G asks in Create a random playlist in excel: Can this example be modified to create a true round-robin […]
Mark G asks in Create a random playlist in excel: Can this example be modified to create a true round-robin […]
Vlookup with multiple matches returns a different value
Table of Contents Vlookup with multiple matches returns a different value Lookup with multiple matches returns different values - Excel […]
Table of Contents Vlookup with multiple matches returns a different value Lookup with multiple matches returns different values - Excel […]
Create numbers based on numerical ranges
Table of Contents Create numbers based on numerical ranges - Excel 365 Create numbers based on numerical ranges - earlier […]
Table of Contents Create numbers based on numerical ranges - Excel 365 Create numbers based on numerical ranges - earlier […]
Find empty hours in a weekly schedule
The image above demonstartes an array formula in cell B34 that extracts empty hours in a weekly calendar. I have created […]
The image above demonstartes an array formula in cell B34 that extracts empty hours in a weekly calendar. I have created […]
Create dependent drop down lists containing unique distinct values
Table of Contents Create dependent drop down lists containing unique distinct values - Excel 365 Create dependent drop down lists […]
Table of Contents Create dependent drop down lists containing unique distinct values - Excel 365 Create dependent drop down lists […]
Extract a unique distinct list sorted from A to Z ignore blanks
This article demonstrates ways to extract unique distinct sorted from A to Z ignoring blanks, and based on a condition. […]
This article demonstrates ways to extract unique distinct sorted from A to Z ignoring blanks, and based on a condition. […]
Extract dates from overlapping date ranges
The array formula in cell B3 extracts overlapping dates based on the date ranges in columns D and E. What's […]
The array formula in cell B3 extracts overlapping dates based on the date ranges in columns D and E. What's […]
Convert date ranges into dates
This article demonstrates how to create a list of dates based on multiple date ranges. Table of contents Convert date […]
This article demonstrates how to create a list of dates based on multiple date ranges. Table of contents Convert date […]
List dates outside specified date ranges
This article demonstrates how to calculate dates in a given date range (cells B13 and B14) that don't overlap the […]
This article demonstrates how to calculate dates in a given date range (cells B13 and B14) that don't overlap the […]
Plot date ranges in a calendar
Table of Contents Plot date ranges in a calendar Plot date ranges in a calendar part 2 1. Plot date […]
Table of Contents Plot date ranges in a calendar Plot date ranges in a calendar part 2 1. Plot date […]
Merge two columns with possible blank cells
This article demonstrates two formulas, they both accomplish the same thing. The Excel 365 formula is much smaller and is […]
This article demonstrates two formulas, they both accomplish the same thing. The Excel 365 formula is much smaller and is […]
List all unique distinct rows in a given month
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts unique distinct records/rows for a given month specified in cell C2, see the […]
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts unique distinct records/rows for a given month specified in cell C2, see the […]
Filter duplicates within same date, week or month
The image above demonstrates a formula in cell E3 that extracts duplicate items if they are on the same date. […]
The image above demonstrates a formula in cell E3 that extracts duplicate items if they are on the same date. […]
Remove duplicates within same month or year
The array formula in cell B15 extracts dates from B4:B12 if it is not a duplicate item in the same […]
The array formula in cell B15 extracts dates from B4:B12 if it is not a duplicate item in the same […]
Match two criteria and return multiple records
This article demonstrates how to extract records/rows based on two conditions applied to two different columns, you can easily extend […]
This article demonstrates how to extract records/rows based on two conditions applied to two different columns, you can easily extend […]
How to return a value if lookup value is in a range
In this article, I will demonstrate four different formulas that allow you to lookup a value that is to be found […]
In this article, I will demonstrate four different formulas that allow you to lookup a value that is to be found […]
Formula for matching a date within a date range
This article demonstrates how to match a specified date to date ranges. The image above shows a formula in cell […]
This article demonstrates how to match a specified date to date ranges. The image above shows a formula in cell […]
Find the most recent date that meets a particular condition
This article demonstrates how to return the latest date based on a condition using formulas or a Pivot Table. The […]
This article demonstrates how to return the latest date based on a condition using formulas or a Pivot Table. The […]
5 easy ways to VLOOKUP and return multiple values
This post explains how to lookup a value and return multiple values. No array formula required.
This post explains how to lookup a value and return multiple values. No array formula required.
Filter unique values sorted from A to Z
A unique value is a value that only exists once in a list. A unique distinct list contains all cell values […]
A unique value is a value that only exists once in a list. A unique distinct list contains all cell values […]
Extract all rows from a range that meet criteria in one column
Lookup with criteria and return records.
Lookup with criteria and return records.
Extract unique distinct values sorted from A to Z
Table of Contents List a unique distinct list from a column sorted A to Z Extract a unique distinct list […]
Table of Contents List a unique distinct list from a column sorted A to Z Extract a unique distinct list […]
Extract numbers from a column
I this article I will show you how to get numerical values from a cell range manually and using an […]
I this article I will show you how to get numerical values from a cell range manually and using an […]
Extract unique distinct values A to Z from a range and ignore blanks
This article demonstrates formulas that extract sorted unique distinct values from a cell range containing also blanks. Unique distinct values […]
This article demonstrates formulas that extract sorted unique distinct values from a cell range containing also blanks. Unique distinct values […]
Perform multiple partial matches and return records – AND logic
Question: Can expand this equation set into more than two colums of data, say if I had a first, middle […]
Question: Can expand this equation set into more than two colums of data, say if I had a first, middle […]
Sort a range from A to Z [Array formula]
Question: How do I sort a range alphabetically using excel array formula? Answer: Cell range $B$2:$E$5 contains text values in random […]
Question: How do I sort a range alphabetically using excel array formula? Answer: Cell range $B$2:$E$5 contains text values in random […]
Search for a text string in a data set and return multiple records
This article explains different techniques that filter rows/records that contain a given text string in any of the cell values […]
This article explains different techniques that filter rows/records that contain a given text string in any of the cell values […]
Count a specific text string in a cell
Table of Contents Count a specific text string in a cell (case sensitive) Count text string in a range (case […]
Table of Contents Count a specific text string in a cell (case sensitive) Count text string in a range (case […]
How to perform a two-dimensional lookup
Table of Contents How to perform a two-dimensional lookup Reverse two-way lookups in a cross reference table [Excel 2016] Reverse […]
Table of Contents How to perform a two-dimensional lookup Reverse two-way lookups in a cross reference table [Excel 2016] Reverse […]
Extract a list of duplicates from a column
The array formula in cell C2 extracts duplicate values from column A. Only one duplicate of each value is displayed […]
The array formula in cell C2 extracts duplicate values from column A. Only one duplicate of each value is displayed […]
How to create date ranges in Excel
Question: I am trying to create an excel spreadsheet that has a date range. Example: Cell A1 1/4/2009-1/10/2009 Cell B1 […]
Question: I am trying to create an excel spreadsheet that has a date range. Example: Cell A1 1/4/2009-1/10/2009 Cell B1 […]
Find missing numbers
Table of Contents Find missing numbers in a column based on a given range Find missing three character alpha code […]
Table of Contents Find missing numbers in a column based on a given range Find missing three character alpha code […]
Populate drop down list with unique distinct values sorted from A to Z
Question: How do I create a drop-down list with unique distinct alphabetically sorted values? Table of contents Sort values using […]
Question: How do I create a drop-down list with unique distinct alphabetically sorted values? Table of contents Sort values using […]
Partial match with two conditions and return multiple results
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts a row or record from a data table using two strings as criteria. […]
This article demonstrates a formula that extracts a row or record from a data table using two strings as criteria. […]
Partial match for multiple strings – AND logic
This article demonstrates formulas that let you perform partial matches based on multiple strings and return those strings if all […]
This article demonstrates formulas that let you perform partial matches based on multiple strings and return those strings if all […]
Extract a unique distinct list sorted from A to Z
Table of Contents Extract a unique distinct list sorted from A to Z Unique distinct list sorted alphabetically based on […]
Table of Contents Extract a unique distinct list sorted from A to Z Unique distinct list sorted alphabetically based on […]
Sort a column alphabetically
Table of Contents Sort a column - Excel 365 Sort a column using array formula Two columns sorting by the […]
Table of Contents Sort a column - Excel 365 Sort a column using array formula Two columns sorting by the […]
Extract records between two dates
This article presents methods for filtering rows in a dataset based on a start and end date. The image above […]
This article presents methods for filtering rows in a dataset based on a start and end date. The image above […]
Extract shared values between two columns
This article demonstrates ways to extract shared values in different cell ranges, two and three cell ranges. The Excel 365 […]
This article demonstrates ways to extract shared values in different cell ranges, two and three cell ranges. The Excel 365 […]
What values are missing in List 1 that exists i List 2?
This article shows how to compare two nonadjacent cell ranges and extract values that exist only in one of the […]
This article shows how to compare two nonadjacent cell ranges and extract values that exist only in one of the […]
Find closest value
This article demonstrates formulas that extract the nearest number in a cell range to a condition. The image above shows […]
This article demonstrates formulas that extract the nearest number in a cell range to a condition. The image above shows […]
Cleaning Up Excel Worksheets: Eliminating Blank Cells, Rows, and Errors
In this blog post I will demonstrate methods on how to find, select, and deleting blank cells and errors. Why […]
In this blog post I will demonstrate methods on how to find, select, and deleting blank cells and errors. Why […]
Find the smallest number in a list that is larger than a given number
This article demonstrates formulas that lets you extract the smallest number larger than a given number. The example above specifies […]
This article demonstrates formulas that lets you extract the smallest number larger than a given number. The example above specifies […]