ERROR.TYPE Google Sheets Formula
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ERROR.TYPE Formula Syntax
Example Use Case
Returns a number corresponding to an error type in Google Sheets.
Understanding the ERROR.TYPE Function in Google Sheets
The ERROR.TYPE function identifies the type of error in a cell, returning a number (e.g., 2 for #DIV/0!).
Why Use ERROR.TYPE in Google Sheets?
ERROR.TYPE is useful for error handling, allowing specific responses to different error types.
Example with Sample Data
| Error | Formula | Result |
|---|---|---|
| #DIV/0! | =ERROR.TYPE(#DIV/0!) | 2 |
| #N/A | =ERROR.TYPE(#N/A) | 7 |
| #VALUE! | =ERROR.TYPE(#VALUE!) | 3 |
The table shows how ERROR.TYPE identifies error types (e.g., 2=#DIV/0!, 7=#N/A).
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