MAXIFS Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
MAXIFS is an Excel Statistical function. Returns the largest number in a range that meets given conditions.
MAXIFS syntax
Arguments
max_range: The range to evaluate for the maximum, if different from the range being checkedcriteria_range1: The first range to check against a conditioncriteria1: The first condition to match
When to use MAXIFS
MAXIFS 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 MAXIFS function do in Excel?
Returns the largest number in a range that meets given conditions.
What is the syntax of MAXIFS in Excel?
The syntax is =MAXIFS(max_range, criteria_range1, criteria1, ...). max_range: The range to evaluate for the maximum, if different from the range being checked; criteria_range1: The first range to check against a condition; criteria1: The first condition to match.
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