In the context of VLookup, what does setting 'range_lookup' to FALSE accomplish?

Setting 'range_lookup' to FALSE in a VLOOKUP function specifies that the function should search for an exact match of the lookup value within the specified table array. When 'range_lookup' is set to FALSE, VLOOKUP compares the lookup value to the values in the first column of the table array, returning the corresponding value from the specified column only if it finds an exact match. If no exact match is found, the function will return an error (specifically, #N/A). This is useful when you need precise data retrieval, as it ensures you are referencing the correct entry without the risk of getting an approximate match that could lead to errors in your data analysis.

In contrast, if 'range_lookup' were set to TRUE or left blank, VLOOKUP would look for an approximate match, which might not suit situations where exact data retrieval is essential.