VLOOKUP between Two Sheets Excel
Order sheets often store only a SKU while the product names live on another tab. VLOOKUP can pull that information across sheets when the lookup range is set correctly. This guide shows the formula structure for matching data between two worksheets.
Formula Syntax
Use this base syntax for vlookup between two sheets excel and replace the ranges with your own spreadsheet columns.
VLOOKUP(lookup_value, Sheet2!table_array, col_index, FALSE)Need this formula for your exact sheet?
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Step-by-step Example
A order fulfillment spreadsheet tracks Order sheet to product sheet and needs a formula-driven result instead of manual filtering.
| Order SKU | Product Name |
|---|---|
| A-100 | |
| B-200 | |
| C-300 |
Resulting formula
=VLOOKUP(A2,Products!A:B,2,FALSE)The formula evaluates the Order sheet to product sheet rows and returns Product name from Products sheet. Replace the sample ranges with your actual columns, then adjust the criteria so the result matches your workbook.
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Generated formula
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Common Variations
- Lookup from another sheet
- Lock the lookup range
- Use IFERROR for missing SKUs
FAQ
How do I set up VLOOKUP between Two Sheets Excel for Order sheet to product sheet?
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 lookup from another sheet?
Yes. Use the same formula pattern and change the criteria, helper column, or lookup value for lookup from another sheet. If the logic becomes more complex, generate a custom version with the free tool.
What should I check if the VLOOKUP between Two Sheets 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 Order sheet to product sheet fields are formatted consistently.