IF Function

IF Function

The IF function is Google Sheets’ workhorse for conditional statements. It checks a condition (like A1>10) and returns a value if true (like “Yes”) and another value if false (like “No”). The syntax is simple: =IF(condition, value_if_true, value_if_false). Imagine it as a decision-maker in your spreadsheet – meeting certain criteria triggers one outcome, while not meeting it triggers another....

How to use the IF Function in Google Sheets

Step 1: Open Google Sheets...

IFS Logical Function

Stuck with nested IF statements? Google Sheets offers the IFS function as a shortcut for evaluating multiple conditions. Think of it like a layered IF statement. Simply list your conditions and corresponding outputs, and IFS will return the result for the first true condition it encounters. This keeps your formulas clean and efficient, especially when dealing with many scenarios....

How to Use IFS Logical Function in Google Sheets

Step 1: Open Google Sheets and Select a Cell...

AND Logical Function

AND Logical function is also a conditional function in Google Sheets and is used to check if all the conditions present in the function are true. In the case that all the conditions are true then it will return “True” and if any one of the conditions is false then it will be turned to “False”....

How to use AND Logical Function in Google Sheets

Step 1: Open Google Sheets and Select a Cell...

OR Logical Function

The OR function is like the “inclusive OR” in everyday language. In Google Sheets, it only needs one condition to be true out of multiple for the entire function to return TRUE. Think of it as a shortcut – if any of your listed conditions (like A1=”apple” or B1>5) are met, the OR function returns TRUE. This is useful for checking if data meets at least one of several criteria....

How to use OR Logical Function in Google Sheets

Step 1: Open Google Sheets and Select a Cell...

Conclusion

Mastering logical functions (IF, IFS, AND, OR) unlocks the power of Google Sheets for data analysis. These functions let you automate decisions, handle complex scenarios, and streamline your workflow. IF statements handle basic true/false conditions, while IFS tackles multi-condition evaluations. AND ensures all conditions are met, and OR only needs one condition to be true. By using these functions, you can supercharge your spreadsheet analysis and extract valuable insights from your data....

Logical Functions in Google Sheets – FAQs

What is the Syntax for using the “IF” function?...