XLOOKUP
The XLOOKUP function is a powerful tool for searching and retrieving data in Excel. It allows you to find and return values in a specified range or array based on one or more conditions.
Syntax 🔗
=XLOOKUP(lookup_value, lookup_array, return_array, [if_not_found], [match_mode], [search_mode])
lookup_value | The value to search for in the lookup_array. |
lookup_array | The range or array to search for the lookup_value. |
return_array | The range or array from which to return the result. |
if_not_found (Optional) | The value or action to take if the lookup_value is not found. Defaults to #N/A if omitted. |
match_mode (Optional) | The type of match to perform. 0 for exact match, -1 for exact or next smaller, 1 for exact or next larger, 2 for wildcard characters match. |
search_mode (Optional) | The search mode to use. -1 for search in reverse order, 1 for search in default order, 2 for search in reverse order and last match. |
About XLOOKUP 🔗
When you're in need of a dynamic way to locate and fetch data within Excel, look no further than the XLOOKUP function. It's your go-to tool for swiftly pinpointing information based on specified conditions, making it an invaluable asset for data retrieval tasks of varying complexity. Whether you're searching for values in a single row or column, or across multiple ranges and arrays, XLOOKUP has got you covered with its versatile functionality and ease of use.
Examples 🔗
If you have a table with student names in one column and their corresponding scores in another, and you want to find and return the score for a specific student (e.g., 'John'), you can use XLOOKUP. Suppose 'John' is in cell A10 and the scores range is in B1:B20 and student names range is in A1:A20. The XLOOKUP formula would be: =XLOOKUP(A10, A1:A20, B1:B20)
For a more complex scenario, let's say you have a sales dataset with product names in column A, sales numbers in column B, and you want to find the sales figure for a specific product (e.g., 'Product A') where the sales are greater than 1000. If 'Product A' is in cell D1, the XLOOKUP formula would be: =XLOOKUP(D1, A1:A100, IF(B1:B100>1000, B1:B100, 0))
Notes 🔗
It's essential to ensure that the data in your designated lookup_array and return_array ranges are organized and formatted correctly for accurate results. Pay attention to the match_mode and search_mode parameters to tailor the search behavior to your specific requirements. Experiment with different scenarios to fully leverage the flexibility and efficiency offered by the XLOOKUP function.
Questions 🔗
Yes, XLOOKUP is versatile and can search for values in both horizontal and vertical orientations. Simply adjust the lookup_array and return_array parameters accordingly to suit your data layout.
What happens if the lookup_value is not found in the lookup_array?When the lookup_value is not found in the lookup_array, XLOOKUP returns the value specified in the if_not_found argument or #N/A by default.
How does the match_mode parameter affect the search behavior in XLOOKUP?The match_mode parameter allows you to define the type of match to perform. You can choose from options like exact match, approximate match, or wildcard characters match, offering flexibility in how the function retrieves data.