Excel Function Lookup

Excel Function Lookup: Core Features and Principles

Struggling to remember hundreds of Excel functions or spending too much time searching for the right one? This tool integrates common functions across categories like Math, Statistics, Text, Date, Logic, and Lookup & Reference. Using a structured reference table, it quickly displays the syntax, parameter descriptions, and typical examples for each function. It helps you transition from "not knowing which function to use" to "finding and applying it instantly," boosting your data processing efficiency at work.

Why Choose Our Excel Function Lookup?

• Comprehensive Coverage: Includes common functions grouped by category, covering both basic and advanced formulas to meet the needs of daily office work, financial analysis, and data processing.
• Ready-to-Use Examples: Each function comes with real-world data examples. Simply copy the formula and make minor adjustments to apply it immediately, reducing trial and error.
• Clear Comparisons: Similar functions (e.g., VLOOKUP vs. XLOOKUP, SUMIF vs. SUMIFS) are displayed side-by-side to highlight differences, helping you quickly choose the right one.

How to Use This Tool

1. Locate your target function using category navigation (e.g., Text Functions, Date Functions) or by directly searching for the function name (e.g., "VLOOKUP").
2. No additional inputs are required. Directly view the detailed function card, which includes syntax structure, required/optional parameter definitions, return value types, and important notes.
3. The output is a visual function reference card. For example:
   Function Name: VLOOKUP
   Syntax: VLOOKUP(lookup_value, table_array, col_index_num, [range_lookup])
   Example: =VLOOKUP("John", A2:B10, 2, FALSE) returns the data in the second column corresponding to John.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Can I use non-English characters in function parameters?
  Parameter separators and function names in Excel formulas must use English punctuation, but the actual data content can be in any language. Examples may use localized data for easier understanding, but please ensure you maintain the correct punctuation format when typing.
• Which Excel versions are supported?
  The functions included in this reference table are compatible with mainstream versions like Microsoft 365, Excel 2021, 2019, and 2016. Minimum version requirements are noted for newer functions (like XLOOKUP) to help you avoid compatibility errors.

Important Notes

The function examples are based on standard English Excel syntax. If you are using a localized version of Excel or WPS Office, function names might differ slightly; please refer to your actual software. This tool is strictly for reference purposes, does not store user data, and poses no privacy risks. For scenarios requiring batch generation or processing of large amounts of data, please use Excel's built-in formula autofill and table features, as this tool does not provide file processing capabilities.

Technical Notes & Usage Tips

We recommend learning via the "Category → Core Functions → Combined Applications" path: first master core functions like SUM, IF, VLOOKUP, and INDEX/MATCH, then explore dynamic array functions (like FILTER and SORT) to boost efficiency. When writing nested formulas, you can evaluate parts of the formula step-by-step (using the F9 key) to debug intermediate results. Typical input/output references: convert short date formats using the TEXT function, e.g., =TEXT(A1,"yyyy-mm-dd") to standardize 2025-06-01; use SUMPRODUCT for multi-condition counting, e.g., =SUMPRODUCT((Range1="Condition1")*(Range2="Condition2")), without needing the Ctrl+Shift+Enter array shortcut.