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# MAX

The MAX function returns the largest number from a set of values. It evaluates the provided numbers or node references and identifies the highest value among them. This function is commonly used in data analysis to determine maximum values, peaks, or top-performing results within a dataset.

### Syntax

```javascript
MAX (value1,[value2]....)
```

### Arguments

value1 - The numbers or names, arrays, or references that contain numbers (Required).

value2... - The numbers or names, arrays, or references that contain numbers (Required).

### Example

```javascript
MAX (COLUMN1,COLUMN2,COLUMN3)
```

In the example below, the *Max Values* measure is created using the **MAX** function, which returns the largest value among *MEASURE 1, MEASURE 2,* and *MEASURE 3*.

<figure><img src="/files/rIcDZ0fZPv0RD5R3fBOU" alt=""><figcaption><p>Applying MAX Function</p></figcaption></figure>

### Excel Equivalent

[MAX](https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/max-function-e0012414-9ac8-4b34-9a47-73e662c08098)


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