ARABIC Function

What is the ARABIC Function?

An ARABIC function turns Roman numerals into Arabic numerals. This is one of the functions in math and trigonometry.

The purpose and origin of Arabic numerals have come from the invention of Hindu mathematics. They have particularly liked this system since the seventh century. This numeric system does facilitate great things, such as arithmetic computation. 

Mostly they've helped us with multiplication and division, which helped us make many new technologies today. Today, we use it in many forms, such as math, excel, etc.

In general, we use numerics in our everyday life. The beginning of the adoption of the numeric system in the west has contributed to many new lifestyles and the advanced help we have today.

Today, we will see how it has helped us and how we can use it in different files and formats, including excel.

How Has ARABIC Function Helped Us?

That's a question that many people would love to know. How did the functions help us?

Let's talk about the golden period in Arab science from the 9th to the 13th century. This age was known as golden because of the new medicine and technologies they came up with.

At this point, the golden age is mostly made up of new scientific ways, including Pharmacy and medicine. People were close to nature in this golden age, and Arabic medicine was booming.

Because of the booming era in science, Arabs could use the resources around them more and use nature and plants to contribute to Pharmacy.

During the early civilization in Babylon, Sumerians, and the Mediterranean shores, they used Greek and Roman methods to articulate numbers and do their math until they began to collapse.

Fortunately, the Arabs had preserved all of their scientific techniques, allowing them to be combined with Greek numbers. Multiplication and division were created as a result.

Now, let's use the Arabic Function in today's technology.

ARABIC Function History

Now, out of all the functions, I know why this particular Function has helped us specifically.

First, let's first talk about what Arabic numerals are. The numbers 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9 are numerals stemming from Arabic. As Americans, we may not know this fact.

Some of the common day-to-day uses could be in math class when you are using decimals or making systems such as the octal. Octal is a notation with a base of either 8 or 10.

You can also see them commonly in identifiers such as computer symbols, trademarks, or driver's licenses.

Other names we can use for these phrases could be Western Arabic Numerals, Ghubar numerals, or Hindu numerals.

What if we wanted to travel further back in time?

The Arabic numerals were first discovered by an Italian professor in a city in Algeria. Colonialism in Europe was a major factor in his ability to expand the Arabic numeral system.

The numerals are mostly called Arabic because they come from North Africa and Libya speakers. They were the ones who were using it mostly and called it "The mushriks numerals."

They were first introduced in the west by being found in the Codex Vigilanus of 976.

Then, in 980, someone by the name of Pope Sylvester II used his position and power to spread it all around Europe. The way it spread to the west was very quiet and slow but very effective very fast.

Fibonacci helped with the spread drastically by publishing his book to help along called the Liber Abaci.

Then after a while, the acceptance and spread of the numeral alphabet spread even more with the introduction of the printing press. Or newspapers as we know them today. After a while, in the 15th century, this phenomenon became widespread in finance.

Before these, we were using a different numeral system, which had originated in Russia. They were called the Cyrillic numerals.

This system was used in Russia as late as the 18th century and had been very useful. But then it was replaced by Peter the Great in 1699.

Thus we now have the Arabic Function that stemmed from all this history. Now that we have gained some background knowledge let's dive right into it.

How to use the ARABIC Function in Excel?

How do we use this Function today in excel? First, let's try and understand the roman numerals and convert them into Arabic numerals. You can also check out How to use excel Arabic. You can also go to Model one for reference.

Now, we convert our roman numerals into Arabic numbers. The step-by-step process is as follows:

1. Press the key C3
2. Enter the formula in excel, which would be = ARABIC (B3)
3. Press enter
4. Here's your Arabic numeral

Just so you know, when using excel, you always want to drag the corresponding materials into the Arabic numeral spot

Looking at this chart, we can tell how the roman numeral is converted. We see how it turns into an Arabic numeral by pressing the functions. So why don't you give it a try?

Remember that with Arabic numeral functions, if the input value string is empty, the Function will return to 0. Here are some of the following invalid input values

• Dates
• Numbers
• Characters that are not symbols for numeric value
• Values with space in between symbols.

Problems in ARABIC Function in Excel

Arabic functions can be used in excel to translate numerals which can be used to make functions and symbols used for computer science, engineering, and many more criteria.

Now, from time to time, there will be mistakes that one may make in excel. These mistakes are common, and it's okay to make them. I'm going to help you figure out how to fix them.

I'm going to list one way to fix it. However, there are more ways to fix it on stack overflow.

1. You need to open up the excel sheet; preferably, a windows computer would be best
2. There should be a data tab; choose a key file with the words *From Text*
3. Make sure you have a CSV file
4. A file that would import the Text in a wizard file would come up
5. Once you have the wizard ensure to change "File_Origin" to "Unicode (UTF-8)"
6. Then you need to select next in Delimiters
7. Select the Delimiters used in your file
8. Finish and Import data

It sounds simple. Now, how about you try making a mistake and fixing it?

reversing ARABIC Function

We have an example of how to fix problems in Microsoft Excel. 

What if you encounter something and need to reverse your Function? Don't worry! We have a way to help you with that also.

• First thing first, open up Microsoft Excel.
• You can insert a text box by doing Insert > then a text box
• Go ahead and right-click while also clicking the format shape
• Then in the format shape, you can click effect
• Under 3-D rotation entering 180.

And voila, your mistake has been reversed! More information can be found in Microsoft reverse or mirror text.

As you can see, when it comes to Arabic Functions, there are many ways you can use and play around with the functions. There will be some mistakes for which I have given the solutions.

Sometimes playing around with excel might help a bit, making me more advanced in using this technology.

When To Not Use ARABIC Function In Excel?

Arabic Function is something that we use in our daily life. We use numerals all the time when doing simple math or trying to make a spaceship. Using Excel is a great way to start.

But you shouldn't blindly just use it without having a couple of things first.

Specifically when we have the following sort of situations. For example, when we do not have the Arabic keyboard layout installed.

A lot of people are not aware, but Arabic letters or numerals are not something that is automatically installed. So when we go in and try to convert. You may have difficulty coming up with a conclusion simply because you don't have the layout.

The second is if you're not familiar with the Arabic alphabet. Many times, users are trying to experiment. Whether in school or anywhere else, trying and learning some of the alphabet is appropriate.

When not knowing the alphabet, you would be just as clueless if you had tried to do the formula. You need to know what you're reading when translating or making a function.

Sometimes knowing the language can also be helpful. So you're able to read and work more proficiently. Not everyone can learn the language, but it would greatly help.

Now, there are some similar formulae you can use instead of Arabic that may be helpful. Such as Hindi, Tamil, Telugu, Malayalam, Sinhala, etc.

These are just some examples that may give the same formula.

Conclusion

When using this Function in Microsoft Excel or daily math, such as trigonometry. It's crucial to remember the advancements we have today because of such numbers.

Knowing where it stemmed from, how to use the Function and how to apply it in your daily life, such as computer science or business. This will help you with simple matters.

The golden age of Arabs was something that could reflect on today's world and still is reflected.

When using the Function, I stress the need to be aware of what you're reading when you know how to do everything but are unsure of the outcome. It appears that you haven't accomplished anything.

And know what the functions are mostly known for converting, which would be the roman numerals to Arabic numerals.

If you ever feel like you want to take a new hobby. I do recommend trying out some converting functions. It might bring you a long way. It can elevate you in many areas of expertise and help you in many career aspects. 

The information you've learned today is useful anywhere, but it's important to understand how different countries and languages have contributed to our society today.

Researched and authored by Neili Popal | Linkedin

Reviewed and edited by Parul Gupta | LinkedIn

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