COUNTIF with Multiple Criteria Excel
Lead reports, task lists, and order trackers often need counts that match more than one column. COUNTIFS lets you count only rows where every condition is true. This guide shows how to count qualified leads from a specific source.
Formula Syntax
Use this base syntax for countif with multiple criteria excel and replace the ranges with your own spreadsheet columns.
COUNTIFS(range1, criteria1, range2, criteria2)Need this formula for your exact sheet?
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Step-by-step Example
A pipeline reporting spreadsheet tracks Qualified lead count and needs a formula-driven result instead of manual filtering.
| Source | Stage |
|---|---|
| Qualified | |
| New | |
| Qualified |
Resulting formula
=COUNTIFS(A:A,"Google",B:B,"Qualified")The formula evaluates the Qualified lead count rows and returns 2. Replace the sample ranges with your actual columns, then adjust the criteria so the result matches your workbook.
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Common Variations
- COUNTIFS with two criteria
- COUNTIFS with dates
- COUNTIFS with greater than
FAQ
How do I set up COUNTIF with Multiple Criteria Excel for Qualified lead count?
Map the sample columns to your own sheet first, then replace the formula ranges with the real ranges from your workbook. Keep text criteria in quotes and verify that date or number columns are stored as real values.
Can this formula handle cOUNTIFS with two criteria?
Yes. Use the same formula pattern and change the criteria, helper column, or lookup value for cOUNTIFS with two criteria. If the logic becomes more complex, generate a custom version with the free tool.
What should I check if the COUNTIF with Multiple Criteria Excel result is wrong?
Check that every referenced range covers the same rows, locked references use dollar signs where needed, and the criteria type matches the data. For this page, also confirm that the Qualified lead count fields are formatted consistently.