Simpler analysis

In the “recipe” Simple sales analysis, you could learn how to get to the value that is in the intersection of the row and column of the sales report. On that occasion, we used the INDEX and MATCH functions. The new XLOOKUP function allows this analysis to be performed in a much simpler way, by combining two instances of this function. Let’s see how it’s done!

Filtering charts

Filtering affects the appearance of a report by setting certain criteria. If we create a pivot chart, it will be formed based on the data from the pivot table. If we change something in it, the chart will also change. Is this possible to do in traditional Excel reports? Yes, if you have an Office 2021 or Office 365 subscription, with the new XLOOKUP function. This is a simple method by which you can get effective reports.

Data Visualizer

Do you like Visio? It is an application that essentially belongs to the Microsoft Office, but is purchased separately. I used it to draw diagrams, but the number of objects it offers indicates that it is applicable in many activities where some type of design is performed. Recently, there is an add-on that allows you to easily create Visio diagrams within an Excel document. It’s called Data Visualizer. Let’s see how it is used!

Function AGGREGATE

This is a function that is used to aggregate – group data from a given range, which is done by specifying a parameter that calls a specific function (SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MAX, MIN, etc.). We can also perform aggregation using other functions, but this one is specific in that it offers various options that allow you to ignore nested functions, hidden rows, errors …

LET function

The LET command exists in several programming languages ​​and is used to assign values ​​to variables. In a similar way in Excel, you can declare one or more variables, assign values ​​to them, and define the expression in which they are used using the LET function. This is especially beneficial when there are parts within the formula that are repeated several times. The LET function, in addition to shortening the formula, also significantly affects the performance …