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PRODUCT vs DOLLAR vs MID
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Basic Classification Comparison
Function Category 📊
Primary classification of the Excel function based on its main purpose and usage domain, helps users quickly identify function typesPRODUCTDOLLARMIDOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsPRODUCTDOLLARMID
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionPRODUCT- Data AnalystsPRODUCT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsPRODUCT is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
DOLLAR- Financial ProfessionalsDOLLAR is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AccountantsDOLLAR is designed for Accountants. Excel functions commonly used by accountants for financial tracking and reporting Click to see all.
MID
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Multiplying Numbers TogetherPRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.
DOLLAR- Currency FormattingDOLLAR is known for Currency Formatting.
MID- Extracting Text SegmentsMID is known for Extracting Text Segments.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once
DOLLAR- One of Excel's original financial functions
MID- Used in early database systems
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPRODUCT- The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'
DOLLAR- Makes your numbers look rich and important
MID- The middle child of text functions
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyFor all*
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersPRODUCTDOLLARMIDVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*Operating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsFor all*Required Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyPRODUCTDOLLARMIDRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*PRODUCTMID
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
DOLLAR- Easy FormattingFunctions that simplify the process of formatting cells and data Click to see all.
- Professional Output
- Consistent
MID- Precise Text Extraction
- Simple Parameters
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can Overflow With Large Numbers
- No Selective Multiplication
DOLLAR- Limited Currency Options
- Fixed FormatFunctions only work with specific predefined formats, limiting flexibility Click to see all.
MID- Fixed Length Extraction Only
- Starts Counting At 1
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to PRODUCT
PROPER
Known for Capitalize First Letters📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
MODE
Known for Finding Most Frequent Value📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments🔢 needs fewer arguments than DOLLAR
📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
⚙ performs better than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
⭐ is rated higher than DOLLAR
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers🔢 needs fewer arguments than DOLLAR
📊 is easier to use than DOLLAR
📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
⚙ performs better than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
⭐ is rated higher than DOLLAR
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than DOLLAR
📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
⭐ is rated higher than DOLLAR
FACT
Known for Calculate Factorials⚙ performs better than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than DOLLAR
📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
⭐ is rated higher than DOLLAR
INT
Known for Rounding Down To Integers📊 is easier to use than DOLLAR
📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
⚙ performs better than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
⭐ is rated higher than DOLLAR
WEEKDAY
Known for Day Of Week Determination📈 is more versatile than DOLLAR
🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR
⭐ is rated higher than DOLLAR
CLEAN
Known for Removing Non-Printable Characters🛠 is more reliable than DOLLAR