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David Stavegard

25 Sept 202404:00

Summary

TLDRIn this video, David explores the versatile 'CHOOSE' function in Excel. He demonstrates how it can be used to create interactive dropdowns for summing rows based on user selection, selecting and summing different columns, and even determining quarters from dates. With examples, he shows how 'CHOOSE' can dynamically change cell references and calculations, making it a fun and practical tool for Excel users.

Takeaways

📊 The video is about the 'CHOOSE' function in Excel.
🔢 The presenter demonstrates how to use 'CHOOSE' to sum a variable number of rows based on a dropdown selection.
🎲 The script shows an example where choosing 11 rows results in the sum of 66, and choosing 4 rows results in the sum of 10.
📋 The 'CHOOSE' function is used within a SUM function to dynamically select a range of cells to sum based on the value in cell D5.
📈 The script explains how 'CHOOSE' can be used to select and sum different columns based on user input.
🗓️ Another example provided involves using 'CHOOSE' to determine the quarter of the year based on a date.
📑 The presenter corrects a mistake by ensuring that 'CHOOSE' does not select a NULL value, which was causing an error.
💡 The video emphasizes the versatility and 'fun' aspect of using the 'CHOOSE' function for various tasks in Excel.
📝 The script ends with an invitation for viewers to ask questions in the comments.
👋 The presenter signs off with a friendly reminder to meet again next Thursday.

Q & A

What is the main topic of the video script?
-The main topic of the video script is the 'CHOOSE' function in Excel and how it can be used for various calculations and selections.
What does the speaker create in the Excel file to demonstrate the CHOOSE function?
-The speaker creates a dropdown that allows the user to select the number of rows to be summed, which then dynamically updates the total based on the selection.
How does the CHOOSE function work according to the script?
-The CHOOSE function works by selecting an index number as its first argument, and then it selects the corresponding argument from the list provided after the index.
What is the outcome when the dropdown in the Excel file is set to 11?
-When the dropdown is set to 11, the sum function calculates the sum of numbers from 1 to 11, which equals 66.
How does the script demonstrate the flexibility of the CHOOSE function?
-The script demonstrates the flexibility of the CHOOSE function by using it to select different ranges of cells to sum based on the value chosen from the dropdown.
What is the purpose of the second example provided in the script?
-The second example shows how to use the CHOOSE function to select which column to sum based on the value in a specific cell.
What is the third example in the script about?
-The third example is about converting a date into a quarter using the CHOOSE function by selecting the appropriate quarter number based on the month of the date.
How does the speaker correct the error in the third example?
-The speaker corrects the error by ensuring that the CHOOSE function is applied to the entire range of cells, including the last two rows, to avoid selecting a NULL value.
What is the final outcome of the third example in the script?
-The final outcome is a formula that prepends the word 'Quarter' to the calculated quarter number based on the date.
What does the speaker encourage viewers to do after the demonstration?
-The speaker encourages viewers to ask questions and leave comments if they have any.
What is the recurring theme or sign-off phrase mentioned in the script?
-The recurring theme or sign-off phrase is 'See you next Thursday, precisely as always'.

Outlines

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📊 Excel's CHOOSE Function Explained

In this video segment, David introduces the Excel function 'CHOOSE'. He demonstrates its versatility by creating a dropdown that allows the user to select the number of rows to sum. For instance, selecting 11 rows results in the sum of 1+2+3+...+11, which equals 66. He also explains how the function works with the first argument determining which of the subsequent arguments to select. He uses this function within a SUM function to dynamically change the range of cells being summed based on the dropdown selection. David also shows how to use CHOOSE to select a column to sum and how to format the output to display 'Quarter' before the calculated quarter number.

Mindmap

Keywords

💡Excel

Excel is a widely used spreadsheet program developed by Microsoft. It is part of the Microsoft Office suite and is used for creating and managing tables of data, performing calculations, creating charts, and more. In the video, Excel is the platform where the demonstrations of various functions are being showcased.

💡Function

In Excel, a function is a predefined formula that performs a specific calculation or operation. Functions can range from simple arithmetic to complex statistical or financial calculations. The video focuses on the 'CHOOSE' function, which is used to select a value from a list based on a given index number.

💡CHOOSE

The CHOOSE function in Excel is used to select a value from a list of values based on the position of the value in the list. It is defined by the index number provided as the first argument. In the video, the CHOOSE function is used to select a range of cells to sum based on the value selected from a dropdown.

💡Dropdown

A dropdown, also known as a drop-down list or combo box, is a user interface element that allows the user to click a button to view a list of options and then select one. In the context of the video, a dropdown is used to input the number of rows to be summed in an Excel spreadsheet.

💡Sum

The SUM function in Excel adds up all the numbers in a specified range of cells. It's a fundamental function used for calculating totals. The video demonstrates how the SUM function is combined with the CHOOSE function to dynamically sum a range of cells based on user input.

💡Argument

In the context of Excel functions, an argument is a value or reference to a value that a function requires to perform its task. The CHOOSE function, for example, requires an index number as its first argument to determine which value to select from the list of arguments provided. The video explains how different arguments are used to control the output of the function.

💡Cell

A cell in Excel is the basic unit that contains data such as numbers, text, or formulas. Cells are organized in rows and columns and can be referenced by their column letter and row number. The video uses cell references to demonstrate how the CHOOSE function selects values based on the input from other cells.

💡Range

A range in Excel refers to a set of cells in a worksheet. It can be a single cell, a row, a column, or a group of cells. The video uses the concept of range to show how the CHOOSE function can select a range of cells to be summed based on the value chosen from a dropdown.

💡MONTH

The MONTH function in Excel returns the month of a specified date, represented by a number from 1 to 12. In the video, the MONTH function is used to extract the month from a date, which is then used to determine the quarter of the year using the CHOOSE function.

💡Quarter

A quarter is one of four equal periods into which a year is divided. In Excel, calculating the quarter from a date can be done using functions like CHOOSE in conjunction with MONTH. The video demonstrates how to use these functions to determine the quarter of the year based on a given date.

💡Concatenation

Concatenation in Excel is the process of joining together two or more strings of text to create a single text string. The video shows how to concatenate the word 'Quarter' with the result of a formula to display the quarter of the year as text.

Highlights

Introduction to the Excel 'Choose' function

Creating a dynamic dropdown to select the number of rows to sum

Using 'Choose' function to select rows based on a dropdown value

Calculating the sum based on the selected number of rows

Explanation of how 'Choose' function works with its arguments

Demonstration of 'Choose' function selecting values from a range

Using 'Choose' to dynamically select columns for summing

Showing how 'Choose' can handle different block sizes in a range

Applying 'Choose' function to calculate the quarter of a date

Using 'Choose' to select between quarters based on the month

Creating a formula to prepend 'Quarter' to the calculated quarter number

Addressing an error caused by not updating a formula correctly

Encouraging viewers to ask questions in the comments

Invitation to join the next session on Thursday

The presenter's signature sign-off 'preciiiiis as always'

Using 'Choose' function for creating interactive Excel features

Highlighting the versatility of the 'Choose' function in Excel