DCOUNT Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
DCOUNT is an Excel Database function. Counts numeric cells in a column that match a set of conditions.
DCOUNT syntax
Arguments
database: The range that makes up the table, including headersfield: Which column to evaluate, by name or positioncriteria: The range containing the conditions to apply
When to use DCOUNT
DCOUNT is used to summarize a structured table based on multiple criteria at once, similar to a filtered PivotTable.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the DCOUNT function do in Excel?
Counts numeric cells in a column that match a set of conditions.
What is the syntax of DCOUNT in Excel?
The syntax is =DCOUNT(database, field, criteria). database: The range that makes up the table, including headers; field: Which column to evaluate, by name or position; criteria: The range containing the conditions to apply.
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