INFO Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
INFO is an Excel Information function. Returns information about the current operating environment.
INFO syntax
=INFO(type_text)
Arguments
type_text: A code identifying which environment detail to return
When to use INFO
INFO is used to check the state or type of a cell before other formulas act on it.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the INFO function do in Excel?
Returns information about the current operating environment.
What is the syntax of INFO in Excel?
The syntax is =INFO(type_text). type_text: A code identifying which environment detail to return.
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