Compact mode
MOD vs WEEKDAY vs TODAY
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 typesMODWEEKDAYTODAYOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsMODWEEKDAYTODAY
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.
WEEKDAY- Business ManagersWEEKDAY is designed for Business Managers. Excel functions helpful for business management and decision making Click to see all.
- Administrative StaffWEEKDAY is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
TODAY
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionMOD- Division Remainder CalculationsMOD is known for Division Remainder Calculations.
WEEKDAY- Day Of Week DeterminationWEEKDAY is known for Day Of Week Determination.
TODAY- Current Date ReturnTODAY is known for Current Date Return.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionMOD- Used in ancient Babylonian mathematics for calendars
WEEKDAY- Essential for business day calculations
TODAY- Updates even when you don't want it to
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionMOD- The function that knows how to share but keeps the leftovers
WEEKDAY- The function that helps you plan your weekends
TODAY- The function that never lies about its age
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 parametersMODWEEKDAYTODAYVersion 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
MODWEEKDAYOperating 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 properlyMODWEEKDAYTODAY- ~
Required Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionMODWEEKDAYTODAY
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionMOD- Simple And Straightforward
- Useful For Cyclic Calculations
WEEKDAY- Multiple Return Formats
- Easy Date ConversionFunctions that simplify the process of converting between different date formats Click to see all.
TODAYCons ❌
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
WEEKDAY- Limited Return Options
- Date System Dependent
TODAY- Updates Only On Calculation
- Limited Use
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