Counting distinct values in Excel is as easy as applying the correct formula. We have a few methods on how to do that quickly.

Learn how to count the number of unique and distinct values in a column based on data in another column using array in Microsof Excel.

In this article, we have discussed how to count unique values in Excel by using filter option and by using formulas.

If you are unfamiliar with inputting formulas into Microsoft Excel, the much simpler way to get the number of unique values in an Excel column is through a filter.

When counting unique values in Microsoft Excel, use UNIQUE() as a helper function and avoid more complicated expressions.

The easiest way to spot a unique value is to format it, and Microsoft Excel offers two ways to do so.

If you wish to count the same or duplicate values in a column only once in Excel or the count of occurances of duplicate values, read this article.