Are you tired of using complex formulas like XLOOKUP or VLOOKUP to find specific records in a dataset? If so, it’s time to introduce you to the DGET function—one of Excel’s best-kept secrets for extracting data from structured lists with ease.
What is the DGET Function?
The DGET function in Excel is part of the database functions family, designed to retrieve a single value from a structured dataset based on multiple criteria. Unlike VLOOKUP, which searches only in the first column, DGET allows you to filter data dynamically using multiple conditions.
Why Use DGET Instead of XLOOKUP or VLOOKUP?
✅ Supports multiple conditions for precise data retrieval
✅ Searches any column (not restricted like VLOOKUP)
✅ More intuitive for structured datasets (sales records, employee databases, etc.)
✅ Easier criteria management using a separate criteria table
However, DGET requires the data to contain unique records, as it returns an error if multiple matches exist.
Real-World Example: Find Sales Data with DGET
Let’s say you have a dataset of employee sales records, and you need to find the exact sales amount for a specific employee and product.
Dataset Example
Employee | Region | Product | Sales Amount | Sales Date |
John Doe | East | Laptop | 1200 | 01/15/2025 |
Jane Smith | West | Monitor | 350 | 01/18/2025 |
Mike Brown | East | Laptop | 1500 | 01/20/2025 |
Criteria Table (Separate Area in Excel)
Employee | Product |
Mike Brown | Laptop |
DGET Formula
=DGET(A1:E4, "Sales Amount", G1:H2)✅ Result: 1500
Watch the Full Tutorial on YouTube!
Want a step-by-step demonstration? Watch my latest YouTube video where I walk through real-world scenarios using the DGET function in Excel.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to set up your dataset correctly
✅ How to apply multiple conditions in a criteria table
✅ When to use DGET vs. other lookup functions
📺 Click here to watch the video now!
Final Thoughts
The DGET function may not be as widely used as XLOOKUP, but it’s a powerful tool when working with structured datasets that require specific, multi-condition lookups. Give it a try and let me know in the comments how you’re using it in your workflow!
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