Lookup values by row in a vertical table or range
=VLOOKUP (lookup_value, table_array, col_index_num, [range_lookup])
Plots data proportional to the sum of items.
Data points shown as a percentage of the whole.
2D and 3D options are available.
Return the absolute value of a number
=ABS(number)
Plots data in horizontal rows stacked by category.
Make comparisons between discrete categories.
2D and 3D options are available.
Plots data in vertical columns and a line.
Make comparisons between discrete categories.
Enables charting of values from diverse data sets.
Plots data on a common axis radiating out from the center of the chart.
Useful for plotting responses to questionnaires or performance reviews.
Available in wireframe (with or without markers) or filled versions.
Plots data in order and joins with lines stacked by category.
Track changes or trends over time.
100% Stacked Line option is also available.
Plots the distribution of data grouped into frequency bins.
Bin width or count can be adjusted.
Data is shown as continuous with no gaps between bins.
Return a random number between 0 and 1
=RAND()
Plots data in vertical columns.
Make comparisons between discrete categories.
2D and 3D options are available.
Plots data proportional to the sum of items.
Data points shown as a percentage of the whole.
Unlike a pie chart, can display multiple categories.
Returns a value from a list based on an index number.
=CHOOSE(index_num, value1, [value2], ...)
Return different TRUE and FALSE results from logical tests
=IF(logical_test,[value_if_true],[value_if_false])
Plots data in order and joins with a 3D line.
Track changes or trends over time.
2D option is also available.
Remove irregular spacing from either end of or within a text string.
TRIM(text)
Calculate the average of numbers in a range that meet specific criteria.
AVERAGEIF(range, criteria, [average_range])
Plots fluctuations in stock prices or other data.
Uses 4 series of values, in order: volume, high, low, close.
Data needs to be organized in the correct order.
Plots data in order and joins with a 2D line.
Track changes or trends over time.
3D option is also available.
Return the logical value TRUE if the cell contains either a TRUE or FALSE statement.
=ISLOGICAL(value)
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