Build a FILTER Formula

When you want to pull out only the rows of a table that match a condition.

What you enter is never uploaded. Everything is processed on this device.

1Enter the data range
2Enter the condition
3Copy the formula

Data range to return (such as A2:C100) Column to check (such as B2:B100) Comparison Value to compare (such as 80 or Tokyo) Result when nothing matches FILTER formula Formula with sorting

Done

🔒 Your files are never sent to an external server. Everything is processed safely inside this browser.

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How to use

Enter the range of data you want to return.
Enter the column to check, the comparison and the value to compare.
Copy the formula and paste it into a cell.

How it works

A FILTER formula that returns only the rows that match is built.
A formula with SORT, which sorts in ascending order, is built at the same time.

Notes

If you empty the no-match result, that argument is left out.
FILTER works in newer Excel and in Google Sheets.

FAQ

Is what I enter sent anywhere?

No. Everything is processed inside the browser on your device.

Do I need to upload a file?

No. The formula is built only inside the browser.

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How to Write FILTER (Build It Automatically, Free)Result When Nothing Matches Adding Sorting Comparison in the Condition Using It in Google Sheets What to Do When It Does Not Work FILTER Builder Without Uploading

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