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I’m handing over a raw Excel workbook that needs careful data cleaning focused strictly on correcting errors. You’ll work sheet-by-sheet, hunting down typos, mis-keyed numbers, misplaced decimal points, broken formulas, inconsistent dates, and any other inaccuracies that could throw later analysis off course. I’m not asking for duplicate removal or format standardisation right now—just make sure every value that’s supposed to be numeric really is, every date registers as a valid date, and every reference or formula returns the right result. Feel free to use any Excel tools you prefer—Power Query, Find/Replace, conditional formatting, data validation rules, or simple manual fixes—as long as the final file is spotless and calculation-ready. Deliverables • Cleaned workbook with all detected data errors corrected • Brief change log (a separate tab is fine) summarising what you fixed so I can audit quickly Once the file passes a quick spot-check on my side—no error messages, totals match source documents, dates sort chronologically—I’ll sign the work off as complete.
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Hello, I understand you need a careful Excel expert to review your workbook sheet by sheet and correct data errors without changing the existing formatting or removing duplicates. I can check and correct typos, incorrect numbers, decimal errors, invalid dates, broken formulas, incorrect references, and other data inaccuracies that may affect your analysis. I have strong experience in Excel formulas, data cleaning, data validation, Power Query, error checking, and financial data. My focus will be on making sure numeric values are truly numeric, dates are valid and sortable, and formulas and references return the correct results. I will carefully review the workbook, correct the detected errors, and provide a clear change log showing what was fixed so you can easily audit the work. I will also perform final checks to ensure there are no formula errors, dates work correctly, and totals match the available source information. Upon being awarded, I will start the project immediately at a very competitive price, ensuring timely completion. I am ready to review the workbook and complete the work accurately and carefully according to your requirements. Thank you for considering my bid. Best regards, Sartaj Ullah
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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Hi, I can carefully audit your Excel workbook sheet by sheet and focus strictly on correcting actual data and calculation errors—without unnecessarily changing the existing structure or formatting. I’ll check for: • Incorrect or mis-keyed numeric values • Decimal and calculation errors • Invalid or inconsistent dates that affect sorting/calculations • Broken formulas and incorrect cell references • Formula errors and unexpected results • Text stored where numeric/date values are expected • Other inconsistencies that could affect downstream analysis I’ll validate the workbook after corrections rather than relying only on Find/Replace or automated rules. Where appropriate, I’ll cross-check formulas, totals, dates, and related values to make sure the correction produces the expected result. I’ll also add a concise Change Log tab documenting what was corrected, where it was corrected, and the nature of the issue, so you have an easy audit trail. I’ll leave duplicate records and general formatting standardization untouched, exactly as requested. Please share the workbook and any source documents used to verify totals or values, and I can review the scope and confirm the turnaround time.
₹750 INR in 40 days
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Hello, I’m interested in cleaning and validating your Excel workbook with a strict focus on correcting data errors while preserving the existing structure and formatting. I understand that you are not looking for duplicate removal or standardization at this stage. My focus will be on identifying and correcting typos, incorrect numbers, misplaced decimals, invalid dates, broken formulas, incorrect references, and any other errors that could affect your future analysis. I can work sheet-by-sheet and carefully verify: Numeric values and misplaced decimals Valid and consistent dates Broken or incorrect formulas Cell references and calculation results Typographical and data-entry errors I’m comfortable using Excel tools such as Find/Replace, Conditional Formatting, Data Validation, formula auditing, Power Query, and VBA/macros where they improve accuracy and efficiency. I will preserve the workbook’s existing structure and make only necessary corrections. I’ll also maintain a separate Change Log documenting the errors identified, corrections made, and relevant sheet/cell references so you can quickly audit my work. Before delivery, I’ll perform a final quality check to ensure there are no formula errors, invalid dates, incorrect numeric values, or calculation issues. I’m detail-oriented, available to start immediately, and committed to delivering a clean, calculation-ready workbook within your deadline.
₹1,000 INR in 40 days
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Hi, The important distinction here is between an Excel error and a data error. A broken formula or invalid date can be detected directly, but a mis-keyed number should only be corrected if it can be verified against a reliable source rather than guessed. I’d work sheet-by-sheet, keep the original data intact, correct calculation and data-type issues, and maintain a clear change log so every adjustment is auditable. I work professionally with Excel and business data, and I’ll validate formulas, numeric fields, dates and key totals before delivery. If source documents are available, I can also reconcile questionable values against them rather than making assumptions. Send me the workbook and any source files used for the key totals, and I can start with the highest-risk sheets first. Best, Vagelis
₹750 INR in 10 days
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I am an excel champ with attention to detail. 30+ year of ITES experience and work with high volume excel data in my workplace
₹900 INR in 40 days
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Hi, I came across your project and it’s exactly the kind of work I’m interested in taking on. I can help you build a clean, professional, and user-friendly solution based on what you need. I focus on modern web development and making sure everything works smoothly across devices. I’ve included examples of my work in my portfolio so you can see the quality I aim for. I’d be happy to discuss your project and ideas with you. Feel free to message me and we can take it from there. Regards, Lenard007
₹750 INR in 7 days
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Hi, I have good experience with Microsoft word & excel, copy typing, proofreading, and document formatting. I will perform a final review to ensure all text, numbers, and punctuation match the source documents. I am ready to start immediately and project will be delivered at the earliest possible.
₹800 INR in 16 days
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Hi there, I read your project details carefully and noticed a crucial instruction: you strictly need error correction right now, NOT duplicate removal or formatting. I can hunt down and fix exactly what you need sheet-by-sheet: Converting text-formatted numbers and misplaced decimals into valid numeric values. Fixing inconsistent date entries so they register properly and sort chronologically. Repairing broken formulas (#REF, #VALUE) to ensure totals match your source documents. My Deliverables: A completely spotless, calculation-ready workbook. A dedicated "Change Log" tab detailing exactly which cells/formulas were fixed for your quick audit. I use a mix of Power Query, conditional formatting, and manual validation to ensure nothing is missed. I am ready to start immediately. Let’s get your data calculation-ready! Best regards,Lyatif
₹1,000 INR in 20 days
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Hello, I can audit the workbook sheet by sheet for typos, numeric issues, invalid dates, misplaced decimals, broken formulas, and bad references without changing unrelated formatting. I will deliver the corrected file plus a clear change-log tab and validation checks for totals and chronological dates. Please share the workbook size and source documents used for reconciliation.
₹800 INR in 20 days
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Hi, I've built a sample error-detection workbook that matches your brief precisely: alongside each reported total sits a recalculated total, with a Flag column (OK / ERROR - check row) and red conditional formatting that surfaces misplaced decimals, mis-keyed numbers and broken references instantly — plus a Change_Log tab (Row, Original Value, Corrected Value, Reason) so your audit is a two-minute read. I've noted your scope carefully: errors only, no duplicate removal and no format standardisation. So my pass focuses strictly on making every numeric field genuinely numeric, every date a valid sortable date, and every formula return a correct result — leaving everything else untouched. Typical method: Power Query type profiling to find text-in-numeric columns, ISNUMBER/ISERROR audits across each sheet, then targeted manual fixes where the intended value is unambiguous (and a flag for your review where it isn't, rather than me guessing). How many sheets and roughly how many rows does the workbook contain? That'll let me give you a firm turnaround.
₹1,055.56 INR in 40 days
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I can help bring your idea to life with meticulous attention to detail in cleaning your Excel workbook. My focus will be on correcting all data errors, ensuring every numeric value is accurate, dates are valid, and formulas return the correct results. I recently assisted a client with a similar task, where I thoroughly cleaned their dataset and provided a comprehensive change log for easy auditing. This experience has equipped me with the skills to efficiently identify and rectify any inaccuracies. My expertise includes advanced Excel functions, data validation, and formula troubleshooting, ensuring your workbook is spotless and ready for analysis. Even if you decide not to work with me, I’m happy to offer a free consultation and share a few ideas that could help improve your project. Regards, AndrewT131 I have done similar work: Immersive Game Development
₹750 INR in 7 days
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I can audit your workbook sheet by sheet for the errors you listed, keeping this focused on correction rather than duplicate removal or cosmetic reformatting. I will check numeric cells stored as text, invalid or ambiguous dates, broken references and formula errors, then compare totals and suspicious values against the source documents you provide. A misplaced decimal or unusual number will be flagged rather than guessed when there is no supporting source. I will preserve an original copy and add a change-log tab with sheet/cell, original value, correction and reason. My rate is INR 900/hour with an initial two-hour cap. After reviewing the workbook size and source documents, I can confirm which corrections fit that cap and the completion time before starting. I use AI-assisted tools for checks and verify the resulting workbook. How many sheets are involved, and can you supply the source totals and intended date format?
₹900 INR in 2 days
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Hi, I can help you carefully review and clean the Excel workbook, focusing specifically on identifying and correcting data errors while preserving the existing structure. I am experienced with Excel data cleaning, validation, formulas, conditional formatting, and analytical data preparation. I will review the workbook sheet by sheet, check numeric and date fields, identify formula or reference errors, and verify calculations against the available source information. I will also provide a clear change log showing the issues identified and the corrections made, so the work can be easily reviewed and audited. I understand that duplicate removal and general format standardization are outside the current scope and will keep the work focused on error correction and calculation accuracy. I am available to start immediately. Best regards, Hengameh
₹900 INR in 40 days
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Hi, SUM can silently skip numbers stored as text. My tested synthetic example reproduces a total of 100 where the valid amounts subtotal 120; invalid text remains flagged for review instead of becoming zero. I can share the demonstration XLSX here. Please send 10 anonymized rows, the failing formula, expected/source values and your Excel version/locale. The scope I propose is one agreed data-type/calculation issue in one workbook, up to 3 sheets and 5,000 affected records. You receive the tested file, change/exception notes and one correction round, preserving unrelated formatting. Dates, unidentified typos and other issues require separate sample review. For this defined scope, I propose INR 14,130 fixed for the completed, tested workbook and notes. This offer requires a fixed-price award: Freelancer lets you select fixed-price payment when awarding an hourly listing. The required INR 1,150/hour bid field is a reference rate, not the total price for this repair. Please agree the fixed total here before awarding. I will confirm scope and delivery date after reviewing your anonymized sample, before accepting the project. Extra scope requires a separate agreement. We can handle everything here in writing.
₹1,150 INR in 8 days
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