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HYPERLINK vs STOCKHISTORY vs FORECAST
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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 typesHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECAST
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionHYPERLINK- Administrative StaffHYPERLINK is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
- Project ManagersHYPERLINK is designed for Project Managers. Excel functions helpful for project planning and tracking 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.
FORECAST- Financial ProfessionalsFORECAST is designed for Financial Professionals. Excel functions essential for financial analysis and planning Click to see all.
- Data AnalystsFORECAST is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsFORECAST is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research Click to see all.
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Creating Clickable LinksHYPERLINK is known for Creating Clickable Links.
STOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
FORECAST- Linear Trend PredictionFORECAST is known for Linear Trend Prediction.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Transforms cells into web links
STOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
FORECAST- Based on least squares regression method
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionHYPERLINK- The function that turns Excel into a wannabe web browser
STOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
FORECAST- The crystal ball of Excel functions
Usage Information Comparison
Formula Complexity Level 📖
Indicates the difficulty level and complexity of using the Excel function effectivelyHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECAST
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input data. Excel functions specifically designed for text manipulation Click to see all.
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input data. Excel functions for working with dates and time values Click to see all.
FORECASTVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.HYPERLINK- Excel 2019HYPERLINK is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016HYPERLINK is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2013HYPERLINK is compatible with Excel 2013 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2013 version Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORYFORECAST- Excel 2019FORECAST is compatible with Excel 2019 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2019 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2016FORECAST is compatible with Excel 2016 Excel functions that work specifically in Excel 2016 version Click to see all.
- Excel 2013FORECAST 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
HYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlyHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionHYPERLINK- TextHYPERLINK accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing Click to see all.
- TextHYPERLINK accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- TextSTOCKHISTORY accepts Text as input types Excel functions specialized in text string manipulation and processing Click to see all.
- DateSTOCKHISTORY accepts Date as input types Excel functions specialized in processing date and time calculations Click to see all.
FORECAST
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Easy Link CreationFunctions that simplify the process of creating hyperlinks in spreadsheets Click to see all.
- Customizable Display TextFunctions that offer flexible output text formatting options Click to see all.
STOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
FORECASTCons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionHYPERLINK- Limited Formatting Options
- Security Warnings
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.
FORECAST- Assumes Linear Relationship
- Complex Setup
- Sensitive To Outliers
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTPerformance Score ⚙
Rating for function's execution speed and efficiencyHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTReliability Score 🛠
Rating for function's consistency and error handlingHYPERLINKSTOCKHISTORYFORECAST
Alternatives to HYPERLINK
AVERAGEIFS
Known for Multiple Criteria Based Average🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
SUMIFS
Known for Multiple Condition Sum🔢 needs fewer arguments than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
MATCH
Known for Position Finding🔢 needs fewer arguments than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
NETWORKDAYS.INTL
Known for Custom Weekend Calculations⚙ performs better than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
CONCAT
Known for Modern Text Joining📊 is easier to use than STOCKHISTORY
⚙ performs better than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
LET
Known for Named Calculations📈 is more versatile than STOCKHISTORY
⚙ performs better than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
HLOOKUP
Known for Horizontal Data Lookup🔢 needs fewer arguments than STOCKHISTORY
SEARCH
Known for Case-Insensitive Search📊 is easier to use than STOCKHISTORY
IFS
Known for Multiple Condition Handling📊 is easier to use than STOCKHISTORY
📈 is more versatile than STOCKHISTORY
⚙ performs better than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher than STOCKHISTORY
VLOOKUP
Known for Vertical Data Search🔢 needs fewer arguments than STOCKHISTORY
📈 is more versatile than STOCKHISTORY