Examples for the excel match formula
Copy these examples into a spreadsheet and adjust the ranges for your own data.
MATCH syntax pattern
=MATCH(search_key, search_range, [match_mode])Use this MATCH pattern as the starting point for your spreadsheet formula.
MATCH in a worksheet
=MATCH(search_key, search_range, [match_mode])Searches for a value in a range and returns the index of the first match, starting from 1.
When to use MATCH
Use MATCH when you need to search for a value in a range and returns the index of the first match, starting from 1.
- Find matching values in tables and ranges.
- Connect IDs, names, and categories across spreadsheet data.
How MATCH works in Quadratic
In Quadratic, MATCH follows the syntax MATCH(search_key, search_range, [match_mode]). The function works inside Quadratic formulas and can be combined with spreadsheet ranges, tables, and other formulas.
Common MATCH mistakes
Most MATCH issues come from mismatched argument types, ranges that do not cover the intended data, or optional parameters being omitted when the default behavior is not what you expected.
- Check each required parameter before copying the formula across a sheet.
- Confirm that ranges line up with the rows or columns you intend to analyze.
- Use Quadratic AI to explain or debug the formula when the result looks wrong.