Lookups with duplicates in Excel

Summary: A standard VLOOKUP has its limitations. XLOOKUP offers additional search options but fails to provide the desired result. This lesson presents a familiar scenario involving a table with employee names, departments, and countries of residence, showcasing the complexity of traditional lookup functions when faced with duplicates. By combining multiple pieces of information, such as employee names and departments, we create a unique identifier for each record. Using this approach with XLOOKUP, we successfully achieve accurate lookups - highlighting the importance of finding unique identifiers when dealing with duplicate values in your data sets. Join us in mastering this essential skill for effective data management! Learning Objectives Perform accurate lookups in tables with duplicate values by creating unique identifiers - ensuring precision in data retrieval and management.