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Excel RIGHT and LEFT functions to extract a specific number of characters from the right or left of a string

I want to display only the four characters from the right of the data entered in a cell, or I want to display the rest of the data without displaying the left few characters. Conversely, I want to display only 4 characters from the left of the data entered in a cell, or I want to display the rest of the data without displaying the few characters on the right. Thus...

2025.02.19

Excel Functions

How to Extract Data Using the VLOOKUP Function in Excel

Being able to use the VLOOKUP function will expand the range of data handling, and will help you be seen as an intermediate Excel user by beginners. In this article, we will show you how to use the VLOOKUP function, and how to use the INDEX and MATCH functions to compensate for the weaknesses of the VLOOKUP function...

2024.07.04

Excel Functions

Color every other line alternately to make stripes

When creating a table, it is possible to make the table very easy to read if each row is colored alternately and striped. In this issue, we will show you three ways to do this. How to use the table functionHow to set up a tableSelect a cell anywhere in the table you want to make a table and click "Insert...

2024.05.16

Excel Macro (VBA)Excel Functions

Forgot Password? How to Remove Read-Only (Write Protection) in Excel

If you forgot your Excel password, don’t worry! This article explains how to remove write protection easily by simply changing the file extension. Learn how to unlock read-only mode fast.

2025.07.12

Excel Functions

Excel to allow entry of items not in the pull-down (drop-down) list

When using the pull-down entry function in Excel with the default settings, if you try to enter an item that is not in the list prepared for entry, an error message like the one shown below will appear and you will not be able to enter the item. In such a case, you can either allow any item to be entered, or display a message...

2025.06.11

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

Get the path (save location) of the opened Excel file "Path" Excel Macro (VBA)

In many cases, it is useful to be able to get the location of the Excel file you are currently working on when you want to retrieve values from another Excel file or save a file as a name using a macro. In this article, we will show you how to use the "Path" command, which is useful in such cases. The currently open Excel file...

2024.05.30

Excel Macro (VBA)

What is an Excel (Excel) Macro (VBA) Module and Procedure?

When dealing with VBA, you will come across terms such as modules and procedures, which are not used in everyday life. So, here I will explain about modules and procedures. Modules include standard modules, book modules, sheet modules, fo...

2023.12.27

Excel Macro (VBA)

How to use Excel (Excel) INDEX and MATCH functions in combination

We will show you how to display the desired data by combining the INDEX function, which refers to data from a table on another sheet, and the MATCH function. How to Write the INDEX Function There are two ways to write the INDEX function. INDEX(array, row number,) INDEX(reference, row number, , )

2024.07.27

Excel Functions

How to Insert Rows in Excel Without Breaking Formulas

Having trouble with broken formulas after inserting rows in Excel? This article explains step-by-step how to fix them easily using formula copying—shared by an experienced Excel expert.

2025.06.18

Excel Functions