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FIND Formula Syntax
Example Use Case
Locating the position of text within a string (case-sensitive)
Understanding the FIND Formula
The FIND function in Excel returns the starting position of one text string within another, case-sensitive. It’s a search tool for parsing text—like finding keywords or delimiters in strings.
FIND("e", "Hello") returns 2, as 'e' starts at the 2nd position. It takes a find_text, within_text, and optional start_num (default 1), erroring if not found—unlike SEARCH, it respects case.
Why Use FIND?
FIND pinpoints text—think extracting parts or validating formats. Its case sensitivity ensures precision, making it a go-to for strict string searches or text manipulation.
Example with Sample Data
| Find, Within | Formula | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 'e', 'Hello' | =FIND("e", "Hello") | 2 |
| 'E', 'hello' | =FIND("E", "hello") | #VALUE! |
| 'l', 'Hello', 3 | =FIND("l", "Hello", 3) | 4 |
FIND locates: 'e' at 2, 'E' not in 'hello' errors. It’s a precise finder.
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