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MOD vs TODAY vs FACT
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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 typesMODTODAYFACTOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsMODTODAYFACT
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionMOD- Data AnalystsMOD is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- EngineersMOD is designed for Engineers. Excel functions commonly used in engineering calculations and analysis Click to see all.
TODAYFACT
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionMOD- Division Remainder CalculationsMOD is known for Division Remainder Calculations.
TODAY- Current Date ReturnTODAY is known for Current Date Return.
FACT- Calculate FactorialsFACT is known for Calculate Factorials.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionMOD- Used in ancient Babylonian mathematics for calendars
TODAY- Updates even when you don't want it to
FACT- Essential for probability calculations
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionMOD- The function that knows how to share but keeps the leftovers
TODAY- The function that never lies about its age
FACT- The most excitable function in Excel!
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyFor all*
Technical Details Comparison
Version Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*- Excel 2019Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version
- Excel 2016Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version
MODFACTOperating 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 properlyMODTODAY- ~
FACTRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionMODTODAYFACT
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionMOD- Simple And Straightforward
- Useful For Cyclic Calculations
TODAYFACT- Simple To Use
- Fast Calculations
- Accurate
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionMOD- Limited To Integer OperationsFunctions that only work with whole numbers, limiting decimal calculations Click to see all.
- Not Suitable For Decimal Remainders
TODAY- Updates Only On Calculation
- Limited Use
FACT- Limited To Integers
- Maximum Value Restrictions
Ratings Comparison
Alternatives to MOD
ROUND
Known for Round Numbers📊 is easier to use than MOD
📈 is more versatile than MOD
⭐ is rated higher than MOD
INT
Known for Rounding Down To Integers📊 is easier to use than MOD
⭐ is rated higher than MOD
PRODUCT
Known for Multiplying Numbers Together📈 is more versatile than MOD
POWER
Known for Exponential Calculations📈 is more versatile than MOD
⭐ is rated higher than MOD
MAX
Known for Finding Highest Value📈 is more versatile than MOD
⭐ is rated higher than MOD
MIN
Known for Finding Lowest Value📈 is more versatile than MOD
⭐ is rated higher than MOD
AVERAGE
Known for Basic Statistical Calculation📈 is more versatile than MOD
⭐ is rated higher than MOD
PMT
Known for Calculate Loan Payments🔢 needs fewer arguments than MOD
📈 is more versatile than MOD
FIND
Known for Text Search And Position Finding📈 is more versatile than MOD