How to Choose Random Sampling in Excel. Randomly selected samples from a larger population prevent bias in statistical procedures while avoiding the hassle of dealing with the entire dataset.

The random number generator in Excel can be accessed through a simple formula function called RAND that's built into Excel.

Use the RANDARRAY() dynamic array function to return random names or other text in Microsoft Excel.

You can't have too many Excel tips. These cover some handy shortcuts, and useful functions for calculation payments or generating random numbers.