Microsoft Excel 2021365 - Beginner to Advanced - What Are Dynamic Arrays?

The video tutorial introduces six new dynamic array functions and a new calculation engine in Excel, which allow users to write one formula to get multiple results, eliminating the need for the CSE method. These dynamic arrays simplify formula writing, reduce errors, and enhance spreadsheet reliability. Available in Excel for Microsoft 365 and Excel 2021, the new functions include sequence, rand array, unique, sort, sort by, and filter. The tutorial explains each function's purpose and application, emphasizing their utility in solving complex Excel problems.

What is one of the main advantages of using dynamic arrays in Excel?

• They require more formulas to be written.

• They make spreadsheets less reliable.

• They are only available in older versions of Excel.

• They eliminate the need for the CSE method.

Which versions of Excel support the new dynamic array functions?

• Excel for Mac only

• Excel 2016 and earlier

• Excel for Microsoft 365 and Excel 2021

• Only Excel 2021

What does the 'sequence' function do in Excel's dynamic arrays?

• Extracts unique values from a list

• Sorts data by column

• Filters data to return matching records

• Generates an array of sequential numbers

Which function would you use to extract unique values from a list in Excel?

• Filter

• Sort

• Round array

• Unique

How does the 'sort by' function differ from the 'sort' function?

• Sort by sorts data randomly.

• Sort by sorts a range by another range or array.

• Sort by is used to filter data.

• Sort by only works with numbers.