DROP Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
DROP is an Excel Lookup & Reference function. Excludes a set number of rows or columns from an array.
DROP syntax
Arguments
array: The range or array to evaluaterows: How many rows to return or generatecolumns: How many columns to return or generate (optional)
When to use DROP
DROP is used to pull matching data from one part of a workbook into another.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the DROP function do in Excel?
Excludes a set number of rows or columns from an array.
What is the syntax of DROP in Excel?
The syntax is =DROP(array, rows, [columns]). array: The range or array to evaluate; rows: How many rows to return or generate; columns: How many columns to return or generate (optional).
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