How to Get Access to XLOOKUP?

To get access to XLOOKUP, you need to ensure that you have access to Microsoft Excel with a subscription to Microsoft 365 or Office 365. XLOOKUP is a powerful function introduced in Excel 365, so it may not be available in earlier versions of Excel.

Here are the steps to acquire access to XLOOKUP:

1. Check your Excel version: Verify that you have a version of Excel that supports XLOOKUP. It should be Excel 365 or a later version. If you have an earlier version, you might need to upgrade to the latest version or subscribe to Microsoft 365.
2. Subscribe to Microsoft 365 or Office 365: XLOOKUP is a part of the Microsoft 365 or Office 365 subscription. If you don’t have a subscription, you can sign up for one on the Microsoft website. Choose a plan that includes Excel, such as Microsoft 365 Personal or Microsoft 365 Family.
3. Install or update Excel: If you already have Excel installed on your computer, make sure it is updated to the latest version. If not, download and install Excel from the Microsoft website using your Microsoft 365 or Office 365 subscription.
4. Activate your subscription: Once you have installed Excel, open the application and sign in using your Microsoft account credentials. If you have a valid Microsoft 365 or Office 365 subscription, Excel will automatically activate.
5. Ensure XLOOKUP is available: Once you have the latest version of Excel and an active subscription, verify that XLOOKUP is available. Open Excel and create a new spreadsheet. In a cell, start typing “=XLOOKUP(” and see if the XLOOKUP function appears in the formula autocomplete suggestions. If it does, you have access to XLOOKUP.

If XLOOKUP does not appear in the autocomplete suggestions, it might be because you are using an outdated version of Excel or your subscription does not include the latest features. In that case, check for any available updates for Excel and ensure that your subscription is up to date.

By following these steps, you should be able to get access to XLOOKUP and take advantage of its advanced lookup capabilities in Microsoft Excel.