TAKE Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
TAKE is an Excel Lookup & Reference function. Returns a set number of rows or columns from the start or end of an array.
TAKE syntax
Arguments
array: The range or array to evaluaterows: How many rows to return or generatecolumns: How many columns to return or generate (optional)
When to use TAKE
TAKE is used to pull matching data from one part of a workbook into another.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the TAKE function do in Excel?
Returns a set number of rows or columns from the start or end of an array.
What is the syntax of TAKE in Excel?
The syntax is =TAKE(array, rows, [columns]). array: The range or array to evaluate; rows: How many rows to return or generate; columns: How many columns to return or generate (optional).
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