Finding a Specific Row in Excel

Navigate to a Row by Number

To quickly jump to a specific row number in Excel, type A[row number] into the Name Box located next to the formula bar. For example, to go to row 15, enter A15.

Alternatively, use the keyboard shortcut Ctrl+G, type A[row number] in the Go To dialog, and press Enter.

Locate Row by Value with Functions

Use the VLOOKUP function to find a row by searching for a value. It returns a value from the same row as the lookup value. For an exact match, set the fourth argument to FALSE.

The HLOOKUP function operates similarly, returning a value from the same column as the lookup value. Use FALSE for an exact match.

The INDEX and MATCH functions can be combined to return a value from a specific position or the relative position of a value within a row.

Excel Row Search Alternatives

Although the LOOKUP wizard is no longer available, the mentioned functions are effective for row searches.

Common Use Cases

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  Filtering a dataset for a particular entry
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  Updating information in a customer database
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  Tracking a specific transaction in financial records
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  Locating an employees record in HR data

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