What's the difference between VLOOKUP and HLOOKUP?

VLOOKUP searches vertically in columns while HLOOKUP searches horizontally across rows. This tool automates the horizontal row-based lookup process.

Is my Excel data secure when using this HLOOKUP tool?

Absolutely. All processing happens in your browser - your files never leave your computer. We don't store or upload your data to any servers.

Can I use this with Excel files that have merged cells?

The tool works best with unmerged cells. For files with merged cells, we recommend unmerging them first for accurate results.

What if my lookup values are in different positions across files?

The tool automatically matches values regardless of their position in the row. Just select the correct lookup rows in each file.

Can I return multiple rows of data with one HLOOKUP?

Yes! Select multiple rows in the 'Select Value Row to Return' dropdown to retrieve multiple rows of data simultaneously.

Does this tool work with Excel tables formatted as tables?

Yes, the tool works with both regular ranges and Excel tables. The results will maintain the table formatting if present.

H-Lookup Master

Automatically apply HLOOKUP between two Excel files to merge data horizontally.

Choose Main Excel File

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Choose Lookup Excel File

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Select Main File Sheet:

Select Lookup File Sheet:

Select Lookup Key Row (Main File):

Select Lookup Key Row (Lookup File):

Select Value Row to Return:

New Row Name for HLOOKUP Results:

Exact Match (Recommended)

How to Use This Tool

1. Upload your main Excel file (the file you want to add data to)

2. Upload your lookup Excel file (the file containing the data to look up)

3. Click "HLOOKUP Options" to configure the HLOOKUP parameters

4. Select the sheets and rows to use for the HLOOKUP

5. Click "Process HLOOKUP" to apply the HLOOKUP formula

6. Click "Download Result File" to save the modified file

7. Use "Reset" to clear all files and start over

What Excel formats are supported?+

We support both modern XLSX format (Excel 2007+) and legacy XLS format (Excel 97-2003).

Is there a file size limit?+

The current limit is 10MB per file. For larger files, consider simplifying your workbook.

How does the HLOOKUP work?+

The tool matches values from your main file to the lookup file horizontally across rows and returns the specified row's data, just like Excel's HLOOKUP function.

What if my data doesn't match exactly?+

Uncheck "Exact Match" for approximate matching, but exact matching is recommended for most cases.

Learn more about HLOOKUP:

? HLOOKUP Tutorial