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Using IF Functions in Excel Spreadsheets

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Using the Excel IF Function

Using the Excel IF Function

© Ted French

IF functions are one of the most versatile functions available in Excel and other spreadsheet programs. This Series of Articles covers how to use Excel IF functions as well as uses for the IF function in spreadsheets.

1) Excel IF Function Step by Step Tutorial

The IF function introduces decision making into a spreadsheet. Depending on whether or not certain criteria are met, you can have the function place different results in one or more cells in the worksheet. This tutorial includes a step by step example with screen shots.

2) Excel IF Function - Quick Tutorial

This text - based tutorial gives you a quick walk through on using the IF function in Excel. The tutorial includes a step by step example of using the IF function in Excel .

3) Excel Nested IF Function Step by Step Tutorial

Nesting an IF function involves placing one or more IF functions inside the first to increase the number of criteria that can be tested and increase the possible number of outcomes for the function. This tutorial includes a step by step example of using a nested IF function in Excel.

4) Excel 2007 IF Function - Quick Tutorial

This tutorial gives you a quick walk through on using the IF function in Excel 2007. The tutorial includes a step by step example of using the IF function in Excel 2007.

5) Excel 2003 IF Function - Step by Step Tutorial

Just like the title says, we build the IF function step by step - with explanations and examples included to help you out. This tutorial works for all versions of Excel including Excel 2007.

6) How to Use IF Functions in Excel

One of the most useful functions in Excel is the IF function. What this function does is test a value in a specific cell to see if that value meets a certain condition. If it does, one result will happen if not, a different action can occur. This tutorial covers how to write an Excel IF function.

7) Nested IF Functions in Excel Quick Tutorial

To increase the flexibility of the IF function, we can "nest" or place one IF function inside another IF Function. This tutorial covers creating nested IF functions in Excel.

8) Performing Calculations with the IF Function

A second option for using the Excel IF function is to have it carry out different calculations, depending on whether the tested condition is true or false. This tutorial covers using the IF function to perform calculations on spreadsheet data.

9) Using the IF Function to Enter Data

A third option when using the IF function is to have it enter one of two values into a target cell, depending on whether the tested condition is true or false. This tutorial covers using the IF function to enter data into a spreadsheet.

10) Using the IF Function to Enter Text

A fourth option when using the IF function is to have it enter different words or statements into a cell, depending on whether the tested condition is true or false. This tutorial covers using the IF function to entering text into a spreadsheet.

11) Leaving Blank Cells When Using the IF Function

A fifth option for using the Excel IF function is to have it leave a cell blank, depending on whether the tested condition is true or false. This tutorial covers leaving a cell blank when using the IF function.

12) Logic Function Comparison Operators

The logic test section of an Excel IF function is always a comparison between two values. To accomplish this, a “comparison operator”, such as the greater than symbol ( > ), is always placed between the two amounts being compared. This tutorial is a handy list of the different comparison operators that can be used in Excel IF functions.

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