Can I use these formulas in Google Sheets?

Many formulas work in both Excel and Google Sheets. Some newer Excel formulas, such as XLOOKUP, may depend on the spreadsheet version.

What is the difference between XLOOKUP and VLOOKUP?

XLOOKUP is more flexible, supports exact matches by default, and can look left or right. VLOOKUP searches the first column of a table and returns a value by column number.

Why do some formulas use semicolons instead of commas?

Spreadsheet separator style depends on locale. Some regions use commas between function arguments, while others use semicolons.

Can this tool fix spreadsheet errors automatically?

No. It generates formulas from your inputs. You should still check cell references, sheet names, ranges, and regional settings.

Does this upload my spreadsheet?

No. This tool only generates text formulas locally in the browser. It does not upload files or spreadsheet data.

Excel Formula Generator

Choose a formula type

Select a common formula below, or use the full formula list.

Formula type

Modern flexible lookup.

Argument separator

Required inputs

Lookup value, Lookup array, Return array

Lookup value

Lookup array

Return array

Generated Formula

=XLOOKUP(E2, A2:A100, B2:B100, "Not found")

Explanation

Finds E2 in A2:A100 and returns the related value from B2:B100. If there is no match, it returns "Not found".

Best for

Lookup workflows

Compatibility

Excel and Google Sheets, depending on function support

Copy-ready formulas

Generate formulas you can paste into Excel or Google Sheets.

Local generation

No spreadsheet upload is required. Formula text is generated in your browser.

Beginner friendly

Each formula includes guided options and a live explanation.

How Excel Formula Generation Works

1Choose the formula type.
2Enter cell references, ranges, criteria, or lookup values.
3Select comma or semicolon separators for your locale.
4Copy the generated formula into your spreadsheet.
5Review references and results before relying on the formula.

Excel vs Google Sheets Notes

Excel

Modern Excel supports XLOOKUP, dynamic arrays, and many advanced functions, but older versions may not.

Google Sheets

Many formulas are compatible, but separators, date handling, and newer functions can vary by locale or app.

Common Formula Examples

SUM

=SUM(A2:A100)

Adds all numbers in a range.

IF

=IF(C2="Paid", "Complete", "Pending")

Returns different results based on a condition.

COUNTIF

=COUNTIF(A2:A100, "Marketing")

Counts matching cells.

SUMIFS

=SUMIFS(B2:B100, A2:A100, "Marketing", C2:C100, "Active")

Sums values matching multiple conditions.

XLOOKUP

=XLOOKUP(E2, A2:A100, B2:B100, "Not found")

Finds a matching value.

TEXTJOIN

=TEXTJOIN(" ", TRUE, A2:A10)

Combines text values.

DATEDIF

=DATEDIF(A2, B2, "d")

Counts days between dates.

Percentage change

=(C2-B2)/B2

Calculates growth or decline.

Lookup Formulas Explained

XLOOKUP searches a lookup array and returns a matching value from a return array.

VLOOKUP searches the first column of a table and returns a value from a chosen column number.

INDEX MATCH can be useful when you want more control over lookup and return ranges.

IF, IFS, and Conditional Formulas

IF is useful for one condition, such as paid vs unpaid.

IFS is useful when you need multiple ordered rules, such as grades or status labels.

SUMIF, SUMIFS, COUNTIF, and COUNTIFS combine calculation with criteria matching.

Common Formula Mistakes

Using the wrong argument separator for your spreadsheet locale.

Forgetting to quote text criteria.

Using mismatched range sizes in lookup or conditional formulas.

Using VLOOKUP with the wrong column index.

Expecting XLOOKUP to work in older Excel versions.

Using relative references where absolute references are needed.

Privacy and Local Processing

This tool generates formula text locally in your browser.

You do not need to upload an Excel workbook or Google Sheets file.

Always review formulas before using them for financial, operational, or reporting decisions.

Frequently Asked Questions

An Excel formula generator helps create formulas from structured inputs such as ranges, lookup values, criteria, dates, and conditions.

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