Count unique values in excel
To count distinct values in Excel, you can use the combination of the "COUNT" and "COUNTIF" functions. Here's the step-by-step process:
Assuming your data is in a column, select an empty cell where you want the count of distinct values to appear.
Enter the following formula: =COUNT(UNIQUE(range)).
Replace "range" with the actual range of cells that contains your data. For example, if your data is in cells A2 to A100, the formula would be =COUNT(UNIQUE(A2:A100)).
Note that the "UNIQUE" function is available in newer versions of Excel (such as Excel 365 and Excel 2021). If you're using an older version of Excel, you may need to use alternative methods, such as using an array formula or utilizing pivot tables.
Press Enter to calculate the formula.
The result will be the count of distinct values in the specified range. The "UNIQUE" function returns an array of unique values, and the "COUNT" function counts the number of items in that array.
Alternatively, you can use a pivot table to count distinct values:
Select the range of cells that contains your data, including the column headers.
Go to the "Insert" tab in the Excel ribbon and click on "PivotTable."
In the "Create PivotTable" dialog box, make sure the range is correct, and choose where you want to place the pivot table (e.g., a new worksheet or an existing one).
Click "OK" to create the pivot table.
In the PivotTable Field List, drag the column containing the values you want to count to the "Values" section.
By default, it will show the sum of values. To change this, click on the drop-down arrow next to the value field in the PivotTable Field List and select "Value Field Settings."
In the "Value Field Settings" dialog box, choose "Count" instead of "Sum" and click "OK."
The pivot table will now display the count of distinct values in the selected column.
These methods allow you to easily determine the count of unique or distinct values in Excel.
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