SHEETAI_EXTRACT Function Guide

What is SHEETAI_EXTRACT Function?

The SHEETAI_EXTRACT function helps you extract specific information from text using AI. It can identify and pull out key details, data points, or patterns from unstructured text, making it perfect for data mining and information extraction tasks.

Basic Syntax

The basic syntax is:

=SHEETAI_EXTRACT(text, extraction_instructions)

Specify what information to extract in the instructions parameter.

Examples

TaskTextFormulaExample Output
Extract contact infoEmail us at support@example.com or call (555) 123-4567=SHEETAI_EXTRACT(A2, “Extract email and phone number”)“Email: support@example.com, Phone: (555) 123-4567”
Extract metricsRevenue grew by 25% to $1.2M in Q3 2023=SHEETAI_EXTRACT(A3, “Extract growth percentage and revenue”)“Growth: 25%, Revenue: $1.2M”

Key Features

  • Smart information extraction
  • Pattern recognition
  • Flexible extraction rules
  • Context-aware parsing

Common Use Cases

  • Contact information extraction
  • Data point extraction
  • Key metrics identification
  • Pattern matching
  • Information mining

Tips for Best Results

  • Be specific in extraction instructions
  • Provide clear context
  • Use consistent text formats
  • Verify extracted information