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# 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.

<details>

<summary><code>get the cell's column label</code></summary>

#### 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.

</details>

### 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
```