If you are unfamiliar with inputting formulas into Microsoft Excel, the much simpler way to get the number of unique values in an Excel column is through a filter.

Combining UNIQUE with COUNTA allows you to count the number of unique entries in a dataset. Dynamic array formulas in Excel 365 enhance the flexibility and efficiency of the UNIQUE function.

Learn how to count the number of unique and distinct values in a column based on data in another column using array in Microsof Excel.

Thankfully, Microsoft Excel's COUNTIF formula swoops in to save the day. It lets you count cells based on specific text or conditions, turning your spreadsheet chaos into organized data magic.

Figure B How to use the UNIQUE () function in Excel If you’re using Microsoft 365 or one of the 2019 standalone versions of Excel, you can quickly create a dynamic list using the UNIQUE () function.

The easiest way to spot a unique value is to format it, and Microsoft Excel offers two ways to do so.