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ISODD

The ISODD function in Google Sheets is a simple tool to check whether the provided value is odd. It is often used in various scenarios, such as identifying odd numbers in a dataset or performing conditional formatting based on odd values. Explore our detailed guide to understand its syntax and usage.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: ISODD(value)

Parameters:

  • value: The value or expression to check for oddness.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using ISODD with a single value:

    • Example: =ISODD(5)
    • Result: TRUE
  2. Using ISODD with a cell reference:

    • Example: If cell A1 contains the value 10, then =ISODD(A1) will return FALSE.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Data Analysis: Identify odd numbers in a dataset for further analysis.
  2. Conditional Formatting: Apply conditional formatting to highlight odd values in a range.
  3. Data Validation: Use ISODD in data validation rules to only allow odd numbers as input.

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  • ISEVEN: Checks whether the provided value is even.

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