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Would anyone be willing to teach me vlookup?
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I almost always use index match now instead of vlookup. def recommend ChatGPT too
If VLOOKUP is an issue and Index Match is too difficult to understand then use XLOOKUP. It should be sufficient for you unless you’re working with a ton of data and then index match may be the move but I imagine you’re not
I agree with this. I've moved very heavily in to using xlookup and am thrilled with it. Index and Match are also fantastic, especially if data may change order.
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With vlookup, generally the most common issue is to make sure the data types match, and that they are unique. I still use these quite extensively with my large datasets because they run faster than my other options for my needs. Other individuals mileage will vary based upon their needs.
With pivot tables my advice is to honestly mess around with them and look at tutorials online.
Switch to Index match and never look back
I agree with the comment above, ChatGPT is a good way to learn about formulas and pivot tables. Just make sure you are descriptive with what outcome you are looking for and ChatGPT will provide a detailed response
If CharGPT doesn’t work for you, I’d be happy to talk you through how I do pivot tables. Feel free to message me. I work with pivot tables all day every day.