Excel Formula Parser
Paste an Excel formula to identify its type, cell references, and a plain-language description.
SUM function
A1:A10
Adds all numbers in the range
This is a simplified parser for common Excel formulas. It identifies function type and cell references but does not evaluate against a live workbook.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to common questions
Which formulas are recognized?+
SUM, AVERAGE, COUNT, MIN, MAX, VLOOKUP, and simple arithmetic like =A1+B1.
Does it evaluate the formula?+
No. It parses structure and references but does not compute results against a workbook.
What are cell references?+
References like A1 or B2:D10 point to cells or ranges in a spreadsheet.
Can I paste from Excel?+
Yes. Copy a formula from Excel and paste it into the input field.
Is Google Sheets supported?+
Most common functions use the same syntax as Excel.
What about nested formulas?+
Complex nested formulas may show as partially recognized.
Is my data private?+
Yes. Parsing is entirely client-side.
Is it free?+
Yes.