Excel Skills Simplified: Tutorials That Actually Work
The TAKE and DROP functions are complementary array slicing tools that work from either end of a dataset. TAKE extracts what you want; DROP removes what you don’t want. Master both, and you unlock powerful data subsetting capabilities – from extracting top performers to removing headers, from isolating recent transactions to trimming excess data.
The TOCOL function converts any multi-dimensional array into a single vertical column. Whether you’re consolidating scattered data, preparing arrays for processing, or creating clean lists from complex structures, TOCOL transforms any layout into a linear vertical sequence with one simple formula.
The TOROW function converts any multi-dimensional array into a single horizontal row. Whether you’re consolidating data from scattered ranges, preparing data for iteration, or creating input arrays for other functions, TOROW transforms complex structures into linear sequences with one simple formula.
The CHOOSECOLS function extracts specific columns from an array by their position numbers and arranges them in any order you choose. Instead of manually copying columns or using complex referencing, CHOOSECOLS lets you select exact columns, reorder them, and even duplicate them – all in a single dynamic formula.
The CHOOSEROWS function extracts specific rows from an array by their position numbers. Instead of extracting the first or last N rows, CHOOSEROWS lets you cherry-pick exact rows – get row 3, row 7, row 15, and row 2 in any order you want. This precision targeting makes CHOOSEROWS essential for custom row selection, reordering data, and building filtered views without manual manipulation.
The TAKE function extracts a specified number of rows or columns from the beginning or end of an array. Whether you need the top 10 sales records, the last 5 transactions, or specific columns from a dataset, TAKE delivers precisely the data you need with a single dynamic formula – no helper columns or complex indexing required.
The WRAPCOLS function transforms one-dimensional arrays – long vertical columns or horizontal rows – into two-dimensional grids by wrapping values down columns. Whether you’re creating multi-column product listings, building dashboard layouts, or reformatting import data, WRAPCOLS restructures linear lists into clean, vertical layouts with a single formula.
The WRAPROWS function transforms one-dimensional arrays – long vertical columns or horizontal rows – into clean two-dimensional grids. Whether you’re creating product catalogs, building multi-column reports, or formatting import data, WRAPROWS reshapes linear lists into professional layouts with a single formula.
The VSTACK function combines multiple arrays or ranges vertically into a single dynamic array. Whether you’re consolidating data from multiple sheets, appending records, or building unified datasets, VSTACK makes vertical stacking seamless with automatic spilling and live updates.
The HSTACK function merges multiple arrays or ranges horizontally into a single dynamic array. Whether you’re consolidating reports, combining related datasets, or building sophisticated data pipelines, HSTACK makes it simple to stack arrays side-by-side with automatic spilling.