BYCOL Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
BYCOL is an Excel Logic function. Applies a LAMBDA to each column of an array and returns one result per column.
BYCOL syntax
Arguments
array: The range or array to evaluatelambda: The expected rate of occurrence
When to use BYCOL
BYCOL is used to build decision rules directly into a spreadsheet instead of manually judging each row.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the BYCOL function do in Excel?
Applies a LAMBDA to each column of an array and returns one result per column.
What is the syntax of BYCOL in Excel?
The syntax is =BYCOL(array, lambda). array: The range or array to evaluate; lambda: The expected rate of occurrence.
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