Google Sheets' MID Function: Powerful Text Extraction Tool
Google Sheets users can now extract specific portions of text, split product IDs, and extract file extensions with the MID function. This versatile tool allows for precise text manipulation, making data analysis and organisation more efficient.
The MID function extracts characters from a text string starting at a specified position and for a defined length. The syntax for the MID function in Google Sheets is =MID(text, start_num, num_chars). Here's how it works:
The 'text' parameter is the text string or cell reference containing the text to extract from. The 'start_num' parameter is the position (number) of the first character to extract. The 'num_chars' parameter determines the number of characters to extract from the starting position.
For example, if you have a cell A1 containing 'ProductID1234567890', using =MID(A1, 3, 5) will extract '23456'.
The MID function can be combined with other functions like FIND, CONCATENATE, and LEN for advanced text manipulation. It's ideal for splitting structured text, such as product codes, serial numbers, or names.
The MID function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool for text manipulation. It's perfect for extracting specific portions of text, splitting structured data, and more. With its flexibility and ease of use, it's a valuable asset for anyone working with data in Google Sheets.
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