Vlookup - Excel Training
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The document outlines a lesson plan focused on using VLOOKUP in Excel to efficiently find values within data tables. It describes essential steps for performing VLOOKUP, including identifying key fields, using the correct formula, and troubleshooting common issues. Hands-on practice is recommended for better understanding and application of the concepts.
Vlookup - Excel Training
- 1. Vlookup How to find things quickly
- 2. Lesson Plan 1. Vlookup 2. Troubleshooting 3. Match | Index Looking up a value from a table ● Formats ● trim() Expert method of looking for values 4. Dynamic Tables Grow your table automatically
- 3. Lookup - What is it? You have a data table You need to find a value within that table with a key value
- 4. Data Table Where are you looking for the information?
- 5. Key value Use this to “unlock” Must be unique Example: IC number 1000001A
- 6. Performing vlookup - 1/ Questions to ask: What fields do you need from the data table Is the key field on the far left hand column
- 7. Performing vlookup - 1/ =VLOOKUP(G2,A:D,2,false) Default always false Count from left to right 1. Excel will search for the key value 2. Output the required value based on the data able and column (2 for this example: name)
- 8. Hands On Get those hands dirty!
- 9. Next Week Troubleshooting 2. File formats1. TRIM()