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Forecast function in excel!
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The FORECAST (or FORECAST.LINEAR) function in Excel predicts a future value along a linear trend. The FORECAST.ETS function in Excel predicts a future value using Exponential Triple Smoothing, which takes into account seasonality.
FORECAST.LINEAR
The FORECAST function is an old function.
Microsoft Excel recommends using the new FORECAST.LINEAR function which produces the exact same result.
1. The FORECAST.LINEAR function below predicts a future value along a linear trend.
Explanation: when we drag the FORECAST.LINEAR function down, the absolute references ($B$2:$B$11 and $A$2:$A$11) stay the same, while the relative reference (A12) changes to A13 and A14.
2.
Forecast sheet excel mac
Enter the value 89 into cell C11, select the range A1:C14 and insert a scatter plot with straight lines and markers.
Note: when you add a trendline to an Excel chart, Excel can display the equation in a chart. This equation predicts the same future values.
FORECAST.ETS
The FORECAST.ETS function in Excel 2016 or later is a great function which can detect a seasonal pattern.
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