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STOCKHISTORY vs FORECAST 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 typesSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTSEARCHOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTSEARCH
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionSTOCKHISTORY- 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.
SEARCH
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionSTOCKHISTORY- Stock Data RetrievalSTOCKHISTORY is known for Stock Data Retrieval.
FORECAST- Linear Trend PredictionFORECAST is known for Linear Trend Prediction.
SEARCH- Case-Insensitive SearchSEARCH is known for Case-Insensitive Search.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionSTOCKHISTORY- First native stock data function
FORECAST- Based on least squares regression method
SEARCH- Was inspired by word processing software
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionSTOCKHISTORY- Like having a time machine for stock prices
FORECAST- The crystal ball of Excel functions
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 effectivelySTOCKHISTORYFORECASTSEARCH
Technical Details Comparison
Input Data Type 📝
Types of data that the Excel function accepts as input parametersSTOCKHISTORY- 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.
FORECASTSEARCHVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.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.
SEARCH- 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
STOCKHISTORYFORECASTSEARCHRequired Arguments Count 🔢
Number of mandatory arguments needed for the function to work properlySTOCKHISTORYFORECASTSEARCHRequired Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionSTOCKHISTORY- 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- ArrayFORECAST accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.
- NumberFORECAST accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
SEARCH
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionSTOCKHISTORY- Real-Time Data
- Historical Prices
- Automatic Updates
- Comprehensive Info
FORECAST- Statistical AccuracyExcel functions with high statistical accuracy ensure precise mathematical and analytical results Click to see all.
- Trend Analysis
- Professional
- Scientific Prediction
- Based On Historical DataFunctions that analyze and process historical time-series data Click to see all.
SEARCH- Case Insensitive
- Flexible Search Options
- Returns Position
Cons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionSTOCKHISTORY- 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
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Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosSTOCKHISTORYFORECASTSEARCH
Alternatives to STOCKHISTORY
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
HYPERLINK
Known for Creating Clickable Links📊 is easier to use than STOCKHISTORY
⚙ performs better than STOCKHISTORY
🛠 is more reliable than STOCKHISTORY
⭐ is rated higher 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