INDEX function together with MATCH function


Formula Description:

  • MATCH(F2, C:C, 0): The MATCH function searches for the value in cell F2 within the range C:C (Column C) and returns the relative position of that value. The 0 as the third argument signifies an exact match.

  • INDEX(B:B, ...): The INDEX function, when combined with the result of the MATCH function, retrieves the value in column B corresponding to the position found by MATCH.

Purpose and Usage:

This formula is commonly used for:

  1. Lookup Operations: It's an efficient way to look up a value in one column (Column C in this case) and retrieve a corresponding value from another column (Column B).

  2. Dynamic Retrieval: The combination of INDEX and MATCH makes the formula dynamic. If the position of the lookup value changes, the formula adapts to return the correct corresponding value.

  3. Error Handling: If there's no match (e.g., if the value in F2 is not found in Column C), the formula returns an error. This can be handled using additional functions like IFERROR if necessary.

  4. Data Relationships: It helps establish relationships between different columns in your data, providing a powerful tool for data analysis and reporting.


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