Jun 26, 2023 · In order for the FILTER function to work, you need to ensure all columns and rows are shown in your sheet. This is especially important when you select the array to filter values from.

When Excel’s filter stops working, you may find that filter buttons are missing, the criteria don’t apply correctly, or Excel only filters part of your data. In this tutorial, I explain the reasons Excel filters may …

Feb 14, 2024 · Sometimes, Excel might not filter the entire column by default. To ensure that the filter covers the entire column: Launch Microsoft Excel. Open the file where the filter isn’t working. Click …

Jul 5, 2024 · When you apply a filter in such circumstances without selecting the entire table, Excel will not filter the entire column. Consider the scenario where you want to obtain all the information for the …

Sep 15, 2025 · In this article, we will discuss possible reasons why the filter has failed—and how to address the issue.

We've compiled 12 possible causes and immediate solutions, including merged cells, blank rows, header issues, mixed text/numbers, hidden rows, and misaligned ranges. (Includes tips for tables, …

Oct 8, 2025 · Follow the steps to make advanced filter work effectively in Excel: Verify that the headers in your criteria range exactly match the headers in your data table. Go to Data > Sort & Filter > …

Aug 1, 2025 · Struggling with a filter not working in Excel? Discover five common reasons why your filters might not be functioning correctly and how to fix them quickly.

Dec 12, 2023 · Ensure your data doesn't contain empty cells within the range you're filtering. Solution: Use the "Go To Special" feature to select and manage these blank cells. Alternatively, fill in the …

Jun 22, 2025 · Very weird issue: The FILTER function doesn't return anything when the target cell contains certain (but not all) formulas. For example, it would work if I manually type 0.1 but it will …