Excel's VLOOKUP function lets you find data in columns in reference to the first column. Learn how to create it manually or build it easily.

A little from column A, a little from column B: XLOOKUP is the new, easier way to retrieve information across Excel spreadsheets.

The VLOOKUP function is one of the most useful when pulling information from an Excel database. Here's how it works and how you can start using it in your work.

A combo box's autocomplete feature linked to a lookup function creates a flexible search tool.

How to Use VLookup With Different Sheets on Excel. Excel's VLOOKUP function searches an array of cells for data you choose, returning data from the cell next to the one that it finds. For example ...

You can use the VLOOKUP function in Microsoft Excel to efficiently find corresponding data for a specific value.

VLOOKUP, one of the most useful Microsoft Excel functions, is also available on Google Sheets. Here's how to use VLOOKUP to sift through Sheets data.

Much like other functions, however, the trick to using VLOOKUP effectively is knowing what commands and values to use in what order. Again, much like programming languages. Though in this instance ...

Press F10, and small letters appear over each ribbon tab and quick access toolbar item. Alt+H takes you to the Home tab, Alt+N to Insert, and so on. Once in a tab, additional letters appear for ...

You can use VLOOKUP with Google Sheets similar to how the search function is used to find information in Excel.