Question

Name the error which occurs when Excel doesn't recognize a 'Text' formula. Give any two solutions to correct it.

Hint:

The \#NAME? error in Excel usually points to something Excel doesn't recognize. Most often it's a typo in a function name or named range, or text used without quotes. Always double-check spelling and syntax.

Answer 1

The error that occurs in Excel when it doesn't recognize text in a formula is the \#NAME? error. This error typically arises when: \begin{itemize} \item A function name is misspelled (e.g., `=SUMM(A1:A5)` instead of `=SUM(A1:A5)`). \item A named range used in the formula does not exist or is misspelled. \item Text used in a formula is not enclosed in double quotation marks (e.g., `=IF(A1$>$10,Pass,Fail)` instead of `=IF(A1$>$10,"Pass","Fail")`). \item A function requires an add-in that is not installed or enabled. \end{itemize} Two solutions to correct the \#NAME? error: (A) Check Spelling: Carefully verify the spelling of function names (e.g., `SUM`, `AVERAGE`, `VLOOKUP`) and any named ranges used in the formula. Correct any typos. Excel's Formula Auditing tools or formula suggestions can help. (B) Enclose Text in Quotes: If the formula intentionally uses text strings (like "Pass", "Fail", "Yes", "No"), ensure that the text is enclosed within double quotation marks (`"`). Numbers do not need quotes, but text does unless it's a defined name or function. *(Other possible solutions include: Defining the named range if it's missing, ensuring necessary add-ins are enabled, checking for incorrect range operators like using space instead of comma/colon).*