How to Use the SHEET Function in Excel
Below is a detailed guide on how to utilize the “SHEET” function in both Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
Introduction
The “SHEET” function in Excel and Google Sheets is designed to return the sheet number corresponding to a specified reference. This is particularly useful for identifying the index number of a sheet within a workbook. The syntax for the “SHEET” function remains consistent across both Excel and Google Sheets.
Syntax
The syntax for the “SHEET” function is as follows:
SHEET(value)value: This optional argument specifies the reference for which the sheet number is desired. If omitted, the SHEET function will default to returning the sheet number of the active sheet.
Examples
Here are several practical examples of the “SHEET” function in use:
| Example | Description | Result |
|---|---|---|
| =SHEET() | Returns the sheet number of the current sheet. | Example: 3 |
| =SHEET(Sheet2!A1) | Returns the sheet number associated with cell A1 on Sheet2. | Example: 2 |
Using the “SHEET” Function
Assume you have a workbook containing multiple sheets and you wish to compile the sheet numbers on a summary sheet. The “SHEET” function can be used effectively for this purpose.
Follow these steps to implement this:
- In cell A1 of your summary sheet, enter the formula
=SHEET(Sheet1!A1)to obtain the sheet number of cell A1 in Sheet1. - Extend the formula to additional cells down column A to fetch the sheet numbers for different cells within Sheet1.
- Apply the same methodology for other sheets, modifying the sheet reference in the formula as needed.
By using the “SHEET” function in this manner, you can easily generate a comprehensive summary of sheet numbers across various sheets within your workbook.
This guide provides a complete overview on employing the “SHEET” function in Excel and Google Sheets, thereby enhancing your ability to manage sheet numbers within your workbooks effectively.
More information: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/sheet-function-44718b6f-8b87-47a1-a9d6-b701c06cff24