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ISREF Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

ISREF is an Excel Information function. Checks whether a value is a valid cell reference.

ISREF syntax

=ISREF(value)

Arguments

When to use ISREF

ISREF 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 ISREF function do in Excel?

Checks whether a value is a valid cell reference.

What is the syntax of ISREF in Excel?

The syntax is =ISREF(value). value: The value to evaluate.

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