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    How to compare two columns and find the extra values out

    I need to find out the extra values present in the second column.

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    In the above example sheet i need to pull out "orange" since its not present in the first column. Its simple for this example but i need to find out from a large chunk of data.

    Any help is much appreciated.

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    Re: How to compare two columns and find the extra values out

    You could use Conditional Formatting with a COUNTIF=0 formula to highlight values then Autofilter on colour to filter the values you want to see. You could then select, copy and paste them elsewhere if necessary.

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    Re: How to compare two columns and find the extra values out

    Here is one method using COUNTIF.
    If the value is zero then it doesn't appear in the first list.

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    Re: How to compare two columns and find the extra values out

    Thanks for the rep.

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    Re: How to compare two columns and find the extra values out

    Thanks TMS

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