Have you ever wondered how to copy only numbers from multiple columns in Google Sheets? It can be a bit tricky, especially when dealing with a mix of numbers and text. But fear not, because I have a simple trick that will make your life easier.
Copying Numbers with Ease
Let’s dive right into the solution. We’ll be using the ISNUMBER function to test whether a cell contains a number. Here’s how the formula looks like:
=if(ISNUMBER(B3),B3,)
This formula checks if cell B3 is a number. If it is, the formula returns the value in cell B3. If not, it returns nothing. Pretty neat, right?
But what if you have multiple columns filled with numbers? Don’t worry, we can handle that too. Just use the ArrayFormula as shown below:
=ArrayFormula(if(isnumber(B3:E8),B3:E8,))
This formula will copy only the numbers from the range B3:E8 to the range G3:J8. It’s that simple! Now you can easily transfer those numbers to a new range without any hassle.
Additional Tips
Now, let me share some additional tips to help you make the most out of this trick. If you want to copy only text instead of numbers, simply replace the ISNUMBER function with ISTEXT. Here’s the formula you can use:
=ArrayFormula(if(ISTEXT(B3:E8),B3:E8,))
This will copy only the text from the range B3:E8 to the range G3:J8. It’s just as easy as copying numbers!
But what if you want to copy only numbers within a specific value range? We’ve got you covered! Just use a comparison operator in your formula. For example, if you want to copy only numbers that are less than 10, use this formula:
=ArrayFormula(if(B3:E8<10,B3:E8,))
The formula will copy only the numbers in the range B3:E8 that are less than 10. Simple and effective!
However, when using the “>” comparison operator, things get a bit tricky. The ISNUMBER function may return TRUE for text as well, leading to incorrect copies. To avoid this issue, adjust the formula like this:
=ArrayFormula(if(isnumber(if(B3:E8>10,B3:E8,)),B3:E8,))
Now your formula will copy only the numbers in the range B3:E8 that are greater than 10, without including any text.
And there you have it! With these simple tricks, you can easily copy only numbers (or text) from multiple columns in Google Sheets. It’s like magic!
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So go ahead, give it a try, and let me know how these tricks work for you. Happy copying!
