# Dynamically Retrieve Data Based on Cell Values with the CData Excel Add-in: CData Excel Formulas

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The **CData Excel Add-in** empowers you to access, query, and manipulate live data directly from Excel without complex scripting or manual imports. Using **CData Excel Functions,** &nbsp;you can dynamically retrieve data from any supported source based on cell values, enabling real-time analytics and data-driven decisions right within your spreadsheets.

In this article, you’ll learn how to:

- Use CData Excel Functions to query live data dynamically
- Reference cell values to filter and update your results in real time
- Combine multiple data sources for unified analysis
- Automate data refreshes and streamline reporting with no-code configurations

To learn more, read:

[Dynamically Retrieve Data Based on Cell Values with the CData Excel Add-in: CData Excel Formulas](https://www.cdata.com/kb/articles/data-retrieval.rst)