Get a Cell's Column Label

Retrieves the column label of a specific cell in an Excel worksheet.

Overview

This procedure retrieves the column label (e.g., 'A', 'B', 'C', etc.) of a specific cell in an Excel worksheet. By retrieving the column label of a specific cell, automated processes can make decisions or take actions based on dynamic column positions.

Syntax

Below is a line-by-line overview of the automation syntax. Expand each line to learn more.

get the cell's column label

What does it do?

Retrieves the column label of a specific cell, provided a cell reference.

Where does it go?

This phrase should be written on a new line.

Is it required?

✅ Yes — This phrase is required.

Does it require data?

✅ Yes — A reference to the cell must be previously defined in the automation.

Examples

1. Get the Excel Worksheet's Cell Column Label

get the excel's worksheet
    the worksheet name is "Employees"
get the worksheet's cell
    the cell reference is "A2"
get the cell's column label