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The ERROR.TYPE function in Google Sheets is a useful tool for identifying and categorizing error types within a spreadsheet. By using this function, users can easily determine the specific type of error that is occurring, such as a #DIV/0! error or a #VALUE! error. This can help users troubleshoot and fix errors in their data more efficiently. To use the ERROR.TYPE function, simply enter the function followed by the cell reference containing the error, and the function will return a number corresponding to the error type. This function is especially helpful for large and complex spreadsheets, as it can quickly pinpoint and distinguish between different types of errors.
ERROR.TYPE
Returns a number corresponding to the error value in a different cell.
Sample Usage
ERROR.TYPE(A3)
ERROR.TYPE(NA())
Syntax
ERROR.TYPE(reference)
reference– The cell to find the error number for – you can also provide the error value directly.
Notes
ERROR.TYPEwill return the following numbers for the corresponding error values:1for#NULL!2for#DIV/0!3for#VALUE!4for#REF!5for#NAME?6for#NUM!7for#N/A8for all other errors
See Also
ISNA: Checks whether a value is the error `#N/A`.
ISERROR: Checks whether a value is an error.
ISERR: Checks whether a value is an error other than `#N/A`.
Examples
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