Excel Epoch to Date Conversion Guide
Learn how to efficiently convert Unix timestamps to readable Excel dates and streamline your data processing.
Excel Epoch to Date Conversion
Basic Definition
Converting Unix timestamps (Epoch time) to Excel dates allows users to process time data effectively. Unix timestamps count seconds from January 1, 1970, while Excel calculates dates from January 1, 1900.
- Understand the difference between date systems
- Utilize formulas for accurate conversions
- Set date formats for output cells
- Handle common issues like display errors
Key Advantages
Streamline data processing with accurate date conversions
Enhance efficiency in handling time-sensitive data
Simplify complex data transformations with intuitive formulas
Function Syntax for Excel Epoch to Date
XLOOKUP(lookup_value, lookup_array, return_array, [if_not_found], [match_mode], [search_mode])
lookup_value
The value to search for
lookup_array
The range to search within
return_array
The range containing the return values
if_not_found (Optional)
Value to return if no match is found
match_mode (Optional)
0: Exact match; -1: Exact or next smaller; 1: Exact or next larger
search_mode (Optional)
1: First-to-last; -1: Last-to-first; 2: Binary search
Usage Examples
Basic Example
Looking up contact phone number for a specified customer ID in customer data table
=XLOOKUP(A2, B2:B10, C2:C10)
Advanced Example
Cross-sheet lookup with multiple matching results
=XLOOKUP(A2, Sheet2!B:B, Sheet2!C:E, "Not Found", 0)
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#N/A Error
Common error when no match is found, can be handled by setting the if_not_found parameter
Data Type Mismatch
Ensure lookup value and range data types match
Performance Optimization
Use binary search mode to improve efficiency with large datasets
Function Comparison
| Feature | XLOOKUP | VLOOKUP | INDEX+MATCH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lookup Direction | Bi-directional | Right only | Bi-directional |
| Multiple Column Return | Supported | Not supported | Supported |
| Error Handling | Built-in | Additional handling needed | Additional handling needed |
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