One of the functions that Excel offers is the “address function”. In this post, we will cover the basics of the address function and how it can be used to create cell references as a text based on a given row and column number.
What is the Address Function?
The address function in Excel creates a cell reference as a text based on a given row and column number. This can be useful when working with large data sets, and you want to reference specific cells without having to navigate them manually.
Arguments of the Address Function
The address function has three mandatory arguments: the row number, the column number, and the reference type. The reference type (or address type) is optional, and it can be absolute, relative, or absolute row and relative column or relative row and absolute column style. The sheet name is an optional argument which defaults to the current worksheet.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- To use the address function, start by selecting the cell where you want to input the function.
- Next, type “=address(“
- Input the row number and column number you want to reference. For example, if you want to reference cell C2, you would input “2,3” (without the quotes). You can also write 2 and 3 in two different cells and use those cells to reference the row and column numbers.
- Input the reference type. The default is absolute, but you can also choose the other variations. If you want to reference a specific worksheet, input the sheet name, which is also optional.
- Close the function with “)“.
- Press Enter to calculate the function.
Conclusion
The address function in Excel is a powerful tool that can be used to create cell references as a text based on a given row and column number. Understanding the function can help you work more efficiently with large data sets. To find out advanced use of the Address function, check out our video tutorial on the function. Thanks for reading!
