EXCEL REPLACE FUNCTION

This method replaces text depending on its position and returns the resulting text.

Syntax:

=REPLACE (old_text, start_num, num_chars, new_text)

Parameter list:

  • old text – The text that should be replaced.
  • start_num – The beginning point for the search in the text.
  • num_chars -The amount of characters to replace is specified by num chars.
  • new_text – The new text that will replace old text.

Step By Step Guide of REPLACE Function

Example :

  • When you wish to replace text in a string depending on its position, use the REPLACE function.
  • If the position of the text to be replaced is unknown, use Discover or SEARCH to find it.
  • SUBSTITUTE can be used to replace text depending on its content.

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