DSTDEV Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
DSTDEV is an Excel Database function. Estimates standard deviation from a sample matching a set of conditions.
DSTDEV 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 DSTDEV
DSTDEV 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 DSTDEV function do in Excel?
Estimates standard deviation from a sample matching a set of conditions.
What is the syntax of DSTDEV in Excel?
The syntax is =DSTDEV(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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