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FREQUENCY Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

FREQUENCY is an Excel Statistical function. Shows how often values occur within ranges (bins).

FREQUENCY syntax

=FREQUENCY(data_array, bins_array)

Arguments

When to use FREQUENCY

FREQUENCY is used in data analysis work to summarize or test patterns across a data set.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the FREQUENCY function do in Excel?

Shows how often values occur within ranges (bins).

What is the syntax of FREQUENCY in Excel?

The syntax is =FREQUENCY(data_array, bins_array). data_array: The values to group into bins; bins_array: The set of ranges to group the values into.

Where can I practice FREQUENCY online for free?

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