How can I use the REPLACEB function in Google Sheets?

How can I use the REPLACEB function in Google Sheets?

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The REPLACEB function in Google Sheets allows users to replace a specific number of characters in a cell with new text. This function is useful for making changes to existing data without having to manually delete and re-enter information. By specifying the starting position, number of characters to replace, and the new text, users can easily modify their data in a precise and efficient manner. This function is particularly beneficial for managing large datasets and can be used in various scenarios such as updating product codes or correcting typos in a spreadsheet.

REPLACEB function

The REPLACEB function replaces part of a text string, based on a number of bytes, with a different text string.

Parts of a REPLACEB function

REPLACEB(text, position, num_bytes, new_text)

PartDescription
textThe text, a part of which will be replaced.
positionThe position where the replacement will begin (starting from 1).
num_bytesThe number of bytes in the text to be replaced.
new_textThe text which will be inserted into the original text.

Notes

  • REPLACEB returns the same value as REPLACE if the input `text` has only single byte characters
  • This function returns text as the output. If a number is desired, try using the VALUE function in conjunction with this function.

Examples

 ABC
1InputFormulaOutput
2Aeñds=REPLACEB(A2, 2, 3,"new")Anews
3Aeñds=REPLACE(A3, 2, 3,"new")Anews
4熊本=熊本=REPLACEB(A4, 2, 3,"new")熊new熊本
5熊本=熊本=REPLACE(A5, 2, 3,"new") 熊new本

Related functions

  • LENB: The LENB function returns the length of a string in bytes.
  • LEFTB: The LEFTB function returns the left portion of a string up to a certain number of bytes.
  • RIGHTB: The RIGHTB function returns the right portion of a string up to a certain number of bytes.
  • MIDB:The MIDB function returns a section of a string starting at a given character and up to a specified number of bytes.

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stats writer (2024). How can I use the REPLACEB function in Google Sheets?. PSYCHOLOGICAL SCALES. Retrieved from https://scales.arabpsychology.com/stats/how-can-i-use-the-replaceb-function-in-google-sheets/

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stats writer. "How can I use the REPLACEB function in Google Sheets?." PSYCHOLOGICAL SCALES, 2024. https://scales.arabpsychology.com/stats/how-can-i-use-the-replaceb-function-in-google-sheets/.

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