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Use this coding trick to make Excel formulas readable
Replace confusing cell references with global constants, local variables, and reusable custom functions.
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How to use structured references in Microsoft Excel
Structured references use table columns instead of cell coordinates, making formulas easier to read, update, and trust.
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