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MATCH vs STOCKHISTORY vs SEARCH
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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 typesMATCHSTOCKHISTORYSEARCHOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsMATCHSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionMATCH- Data AnalystsMATCH is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- Business ManagersMATCH is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- Financial ProfessionalsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- AnalystsSTOCKHISTORY is designed for Analysts. Excel functions essential for data analysis and reporting Click to see all.
SEARCH
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionMATCH- Position FindingMATCH is known for Position Finding.
STOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
SEARCH- Case-Insensitive SearchSEARCH is known for Case-Insensitive Search.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionMATCH- Best friend of INDEX
STOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
SEARCH- Was inspired by word processing software
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionMATCH- The function that plays hide and seek
STOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
SEARCH- Sometimes finds things you wish it hadn't
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyMATCHSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersFor all*MATCHSTOCKHISTORYVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.MATCH- Excel 2019MATCH is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016MATCH is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2013MATCH is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version Click to see all.
- Microsoft 365MATCH is compatible with Microsoft 365 Excel functions optimized for the latest Microsoft 365 platform Click to see all.
- Excel OnlineMATCH is compatible with Excel Online Excel functions optimized for use in the web-based Excel Online platform Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORYSEARCH- Excel 2019SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2013SEARCH is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version Click to see all.
Operating System 💾
Specifies the operating systems where the function can be used < including Windows< macOS< and web platformsFor all*- WindowsExcel functions optimized for Windows operating system
- MacOSExcel functions optimized for MacOS users
MATCHSTOCKHISTORYSEARCHRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyMATCHSTOCKHISTORYSEARCHRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionFor all*MATCH- RangeMATCH accepts Range as input types Excel functions that operate on cell ranges for calculations Click to see all.
- NumberMATCH accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
- ArrayMATCH accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionMATCH- Flexible Matching
- Works With INDEX
- Versatile Search
- Fast
STOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
SEARCH- Case Insensitive
- Flexible Search Options
- Returns Position
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionMATCH- Requires Sorted Data
- Complex Syntax
- Requires Exact Matches
STOCKHISTORY- Subscription RequiredFunctions that don't require additional subscription costs for usage in Excel Click to see all.
- Internet DependentFunctions that need active internet connection to work, limiting offline use Click to see all.
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Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosMATCHSTOCKHISTORYSEARCH
Alternatives to MATCH
VLOOKUP
Known for Vertical Data Search🔢 needs fewer arguments than MATCH
📈 is more versatile than MATCH
INDEX
Known for Advanced Data Retrieval📈 is more versatile than MATCH
⚙ performs better than MATCH
⭐ is rated higher than MATCH
INDEX_MATCH
Known for Two-Way Lookup Power📈 is more versatile than MATCH
⚙ performs better than MATCH
🛠 is more reliable than MATCH
⭐ is rated higher than MATCH
COUNTIF
Known for Counting With Conditions📊 is easier to use than MATCH
⚙ performs better than MATCH
HLOOKUP
Known for Horizontal Data Lookup🔢 needs fewer arguments than MATCH
XLOOKUP
Known for Dynamic Array Support📊 is easier to use than MATCH
📈 is more versatile than MATCH
⚙ performs better than MATCH
🛠 is more reliable than MATCH
⭐ is rated higher than MATCH
SUM
Known for Basic Arithmetic Calculations📊 is easier to use than MATCH
⚙ performs better than MATCH
🛠 is more reliable than MATCH
⭐ is rated higher than MATCH
SUBSTITUTE
Known for Replace Specific Text📊 is easier to use than MATCH
⚙ performs better than MATCH
🛠 is more reliable than MATCH
⭐ is rated higher than MATCH