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PRODUCT vs CEILING
Table of content
Basic Classification Comparison
Function Category 📊
Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function typesBoth*Operation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsBoth*
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionBoth*PRODUCTCEILING
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Multiplying Numbers TogetherPRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.
CEILING- Upper RoundingCEILING is known for Upper Rounding.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once
CEILING- Used in Scientific Calculations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPRODUCT- The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'
CEILING- Helps Numbers Reach Their Higher Self
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyBoth*
Technical Details Comparison
Version Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.Both*- Excel 2019Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
PRODUCTOperating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsBoth*Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyPRODUCTCEILINGRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionBoth*PRODUCT
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Handles Multiple ArgumentsFunctions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously Click to see all.
- Array Compatible
CEILINGCons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can Overflow With Large Numbers
- No Selective Multiplication
CEILING- Limited To Upward Rounding
- Single Direction
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to PRODUCT
POWER
Known for Exponential Calculations📊 is easier to use than CEILING
📈 is more versatile than CEILING
⭐ is rated higher than CEILING
MOD
Known for Division Remainder Calculations📊 is easier to use than CEILING
⚙ performs better than CEILING
⭐ is rated higher than CEILING
FACT
Known for Calculate Factorials📊 is easier to use than CEILING
⚙ performs better than CEILING
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers📊 is easier to use than CEILING
📈 is more versatile than CEILING
⚙ performs better than CEILING
⭐ is rated higher than CEILING
MAX
Known for Finding Highest Value📊 is easier to use than CEILING
📈 is more versatile than CEILING
⚙ performs better than CEILING
⭐ is rated higher than CEILING
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments🔢 needs fewer arguments than CEILING
📈 is more versatile than CEILING
⚙ performs better than CEILING
⭐ is rated higher than CEILING