Excel - COLUMN Function Problem - Expert Solution

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I need a formula written into cells to identify patterns and then count specific data. The pattern data that first needs to be identified is spread across column B through I. The formula should first recognize the pattern within these cells. THEN according to the search criteria, the formula should match one of three values and produce a value of either (1) or -(7). The Sheets labeled 'SHOOPEE PATTERNS ONE ROW' and 'SHOOPEE KEY' are the active worksheets within the file attached that need the formulas pertaining to this project.
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Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:25
Hello and welcome to Got it! :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:25
hello!
User 19/05/2018 - 06:26
https://drive.google.com/file/d/14tOI0P2fTFVaKbAbnZJ4O-7PqV-ALSM3/view?usp=sharing
User 19/05/2018 - 06:26
I am unable to attached the file. I don't why I was getting the error
User 19/05/2018 - 06:26
so here is the link
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:27
It seems the file is too large for me to open online. However, I downloaded the file and will view it in the local Excel application. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:27
Thanks :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:28
for better understanding one of my employee have created a video
User 19/05/2018 - 06:28
do you need that?
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:28
Wow, that would be nice if it could clearly explain the expectation in here. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:28
Great!
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:29
Oh, I've seen the file you've sent, and it includes VBA data, which is why it can't be uploaded in here.
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:30
We're actually limited to providing non-VBA solutions, and thus, VBA is outside our scope. However, we could look at how the concern can be addressed if there's a non-VBA way to do it.
User 19/05/2018 - 06:31
Yes, I need a non-VBA formula or any other best way
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:31
Okay, nice then. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:31
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lVcdkO4gTeJN5izbgLJWb4MxYFVm2HEr/view?usp=sharing
User 19/05/2018 - 06:31
here is the video
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:38
Hi, I've watched the video, but it seems to have not mentioned what's supposed to be shown in the cells when the criteria is met. The video was cut off around 1min21sec.
User 19/05/2018 - 06:39
Can you please read my description? I hope that may help what I am looking for
User 19/05/2018 - 06:39
I need a formula written into cells to identify patterns and then count specific data. The pattern data that first needs to be identified is spread across column B through I. The formula should first recognize the pattern within these cells. THEN according to the search criteria, the formula should match one of three values and produce a value of either (1) or -(7). The Sheets labeled 'SHOOPEE PATTERNS ONE ROW' and 'SHOOPEE KEY' are the active worksheets within the file attached that need the formulas pertaining to this project.
User 19/05/2018 - 06:40
Time is running out. what should I do?
User 19/05/2018 - 06:41
I am looking for another video. I guess there is one more video.
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:41
We could actually extend the session two times. We have a full hour to look into this. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:42
Thanks!
User 19/05/2018 - 06:42
Good to hear that :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:43
was the description any help?
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:44
I'm a bit confused on this part: "THEN according to the search criteria, the formula should match one of three values and produce a value of either (1) or -(7)." If there's a pattern matching the criteria, what are the three values we're looking at here, and when does (1) or -(7) be displayed.
User 19/05/2018 - 06:45
let me look for the video then
User 19/05/2018 - 06:49
Sorry, I am unable to help you much with a query as I, not the one who was initially working on it but now I have to look inti it
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:51
Oh I see. I would really wish to help on this one, as I see it interesting to do. However, we really needed the three values with which we could match the formula on, and on what conditions will trigger a display of (1) or -(7). Is there any alternative to this or anything? :)
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 06:55
If someone initially worked with the Excel file, it would be best if that person can be contacted for information regarding this query. Or if there are turnover documents, maybe it's recorded in there our lacking information. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 06:56
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iCDQUNgoZcbXlBDE1H-KDSCZ6rl6jcHQ/view?usp=sharing
User 19/05/2018 - 06:56
please check this video
User 19/05/2018 - 07:09
Are you there?
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:10
Yes I'm here. :)
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:10
I'm currently working on the SHOPEE PATTERNS ONE ROW. However, given our limited time, I may no longer be able to touch the SHOOPEE KEY. The video took time to download as it was pretty big and size.
User 19/05/2018 - 07:13
so are you clear about the work?
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:13
On the first one, I was able to grasp it.
User 19/05/2018 - 07:14
It can be done, right?
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:14
I believe so. I'm looking at it already.
User 19/05/2018 - 07:15
Great :)
User 19/05/2018 - 07:16
can we put the sheet online and continue the work there?
User 19/05/2018 - 07:16
I need to discuss the payment plan also. If this issue is resolved
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:17
Unfortunately, I've been trying to open the sheet online but can't seem to do it. I also wanted to work on it online, but somehow it can't open in google sheets.
User 19/05/2018 - 07:20
oh, can you get the solution and mail me the result?
User 19/05/2018 - 07:20
please
User 19/05/2018 - 07:23
there?
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:23
Yes, I'm currently doing the work. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 07:24
great!
Excelchat Expert 19/05/2018 - 07:24
Oh, unfortunately, we're bounded by the policy to communicate within this platform. :( So can't really communicate outside of Got it. I'm nearly done with the ONE ROW btw. :)
User 19/05/2018 - 07:24
ok

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