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PRODUCT vs WEEKDAY vs DATEVALUE
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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 typesPRODUCTWEEKDAYDATEVALUEOperation Type 🔧
Fundamental type of operation or action that the Excel function performs on its inputsPRODUCTWEEKDAYDATEVALUE
Usage Context Comparison
For whom 👥
Target user groups who would benefit most from using this Excel functionPRODUCT- Data AnalystsPRODUCT is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
- ScientistsPRODUCT is designed for Scientists. Excel functions used in scientific calculations and research 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.
DATEVALUE- Administrative StaffDATEVALUE is designed for Administrative Staff. Excel functions useful for administrative tasks and data management Click to see all.
- Data AnalystsDATEVALUE is designed for Data Analysts. Excel functions specifically designed for data analysis and interpretation Click to see all.
Basic Information Comparison
Known For ⭐
Distinctive characteristic or primary strength of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Multiplying Numbers TogetherPRODUCT is known for Multiplying Numbers Together.
WEEKDAY- Day Of Week DeterminationWEEKDAY is known for Day Of Week Determination.
DATEVALUE- Text To Date ConversionDATEVALUE is known for Text To Date Conversion.
History Comparison
Facts Comparison
Interesting Fact 💡
Unique or lesser-known information about the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can multiply up to 255 numbers at once
WEEKDAY- Essential for business day calculations
DATEVALUE- Handles 40+ date formats
Sarcastic Fact 🤣
Humorous or ironic observation about the Excel functionPRODUCT- The function that failed elementary school's 'times tables'
WEEKDAY- The function that helps you plan your weekends
DATEVALUE- Your computer's calendar in disguise
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 parametersPRODUCTWEEKDAYDATEVALUEVersion Compatibility 💻
Indicates which Excel versions and platforms the function is compatible with < including Office 365< Excel 2019< 2016< etc.For all*Operating 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 properlyFor all*Required Arguments Type 📊
The data types accepted as valid input arguments for the functionPRODUCT- NumberPRODUCT accepts Number as input types Excel functions that perform calculations specifically with numerical inputs Click to see all.
- ArrayPRODUCT accepts Array as input types Excel functions that specifically work with array inputs for calculations Click to see all.
WEEKDAYDATEVALUE
Evaluation Comparison
Pros ✅
Key advantages and strengths of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Handles Multiple ArgumentsFunctions capable of processing multiple input parameters simultaneously Click to see all.
- Array Compatible
WEEKDAY- Multiple Return Formats
- Easy Date ConversionFunctions that simplify the process of converting between different date formats Click to see all.
DATEVALUECons ❌
Limitations and potential drawbacks of the Excel functionPRODUCT- Can Overflow With Large Numbers
- No Selective Multiplication
WEEKDAY- Limited Return Options
- Date System Dependent
DATEVALUE- Region Format Dependent
- Text Must Be Recognizable Date
Ratings Comparison
Versatility Score 📈
Rating for function's adaptability to different scenariosPRODUCTWEEKDAYDATEVALUE
Alternatives to PRODUCT
NOW
Known for Current Date And Time Retrieval📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
TODAY
Known for Current Date Return📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
⚙ performs better than WEEKDAY
DAYS
Known for Calculate Days Between Dates🔢 needs fewer arguments than WEEKDAY
📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
⚙ performs better than WEEKDAY
MONTH
Known for Month Extraction📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
⚙ performs better than WEEKDAY
🛠 is more reliable than WEEKDAY
YEAR
Known for Year Extraction📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
⚙ performs better than WEEKDAY
🛠 is more reliable than WEEKDAY
DAY
Known for Day Extraction📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
⚙ performs better than WEEKDAY
🛠 is more reliable than WEEKDAY
COUNT
Known for Counting Numeric Cells📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
📈 is more versatile than WEEKDAY
⭐ is rated higher than WEEKDAY
UPPER
Known for Converting Text To Uppercase📊 is easier to use than WEEKDAY
⚙ performs better than WEEKDAY