Lower element
What this tool does
This tool finds the smallest value in a list of items you provide. It works best with numbers, treating them as numeric values to find the lowest one. For example, from the list 4, 1, 2, 3, 4, it returns 1.
Common uses
- Identifying the lowest price or cost in a set of options.
- Finding the earliest date or smallest number in a simple dataset.
- Quickly sorting basic lists to see the minimum value without complex calculations.
Input data
| Parameter | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
list | Yes | 4,1,2,3,4 | Enter a comma-separated list of values (e.g., '4, 1, 2, 3, 4'). This field is required. If the list is not valid or cannot be read as numbers, the tool will return an error message. |
Output data
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
result | The smallest value found in the list (e.g., 1.0), or an error message if the input was invalid. |