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VLOOKUP function gives #N/A or #REF!

The VLOOKUP function is a very useful function for handling data, but many of you may have experienced that once you get stuck in the error swamp of #N/A or #REF! In this article, we will discuss how to use the VLOOKUP function to get rid of the #N/A and #REF!

2024.07.05

Excel Functions

Excel: Color Cells When Input Doesn’t Match Dropdown List

In this article, you'll learn how to use conditional formatting in Excel to automatically change cell colors when a value entered doesn't match the dropdown list. If you've been struggling with errors during data aggregation using the VLOOKUP function, you're not alone. Fortunately, combining the MATCH and ISNA functions offers a simple and effective solution.

2025.06.11

Excel Functions

How to Clear Sheet Data with Excel VBA: Simple Macro Tutorial for Beginners

Tired of manually deleting large amounts of Excel data? This article explains how to delete sheet data using VBA macros with ClearContents, Clear, and Delete—completing the task in seconds.

2025.06.18

Excel Macro (VBA)

2 Easy Ways to Hide or Show Zero Values in Google Sheets

Looking to hide zero values in Google Sheets? This must-read guide explains two easy methods—using custom formatting and the IF function. Discover how to instantly clean up your tables and boost the visual quality of your documents. Would you like a slightly shorter or more technical variation as well?

2025.06.18

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How to Create a Petty Cash Log in Excel (Invoice-Compliant Template Guide)

Many companies and sole proprietorships use petty cash to keep track of personal and company finances. However, it is very time-consuming and error-prone to keep balances and to post the information in the cash book to the accounting system...

2024.05.30

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How to correct "###" in cell display Excel (Excel)

When dealing with numbers in Excel, it often happens that the sharpness of the numbers becomes "######" as shown in the title, and the value becomes unreadable. The conclusion is that the reason for the "#####" is that the length of the value is larger than the size of the cell, making it impossible to display...

2024.06.05

Excel Functions

Linking two pull-downs (drop-downs) without macros (for linking only one set) Excel (Excel)

この記事ではExcelで2つのプルダウンを連動させる方法を解説します。部署選択後に該当社員のみ表示したいけど作り方が分からず悩んでいませんか？実はINDEX関数とMATCH関数で簡単に連動可能。Excel専門家が伝授します。

2025.06.09

Excel Functions

Locking cells to protect only a specific range of sheets Excel (Excel)

When using the sheet protection function, there is a function that allows detailed usage such as "allow selection and input in this range of cells, but not in other cells". For example, let's say you have a system that automatically creates transfer data when you enter a company name and amount of money as shown below. In this example...

2024.10.08

Excel Functions

How to Instantly Convert Address Numbers to Kanji Using SUBSTITUTE in Excel.

When printing addresses on envelopes using the address list of a New Year's card or a customer list, for example, horizontal envelopes are written in arithmetic (Arabic) numerals such as "1, 2, 3", while vertical envelopes must be written in Chinese numerals such as "1, 2, 3". Substitute the numbers...

2024.09.20

Excel Functions

The two reasons for garbled csv files and how to fix them [Thorough explanation by an Excel master] Windows version.

"Huh? What is this?" Have you ever opened a CSV file in Excel only to find that the text in the file is a series of unintelligible symbols? Yes, you are now facing a troublesome problem called "garbled characters," which is a common problem that many people suffer from...

2024.09.12

Excel Functions