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Old 03-18-2011, 08:11 AM
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Hello,

I would like to have my spreadsheet automatically format an entire row, rather than only a single cell. Given a criteria in one cell, I would like the cell style (normal/good/bad/neutral) to change for the full row.

For example:

If I have dates in column A, phone numbers in B, name in C, and status in D, I would like each row with status reading "Confirmed" to have the "good" cell style. I can format so Column D does this, but can't figure out how to set it up so the whole row changes.



Any help would be appreciated, thanks!!!
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Hello,

You can do this with conditional formatting. Conditional formatting is volatile so, to keep a fast running worksheet, the idea is to limit the area you apply it to. In the attached example I did the following:

  • Select A2:D12
  • Home tab > Conditional Formatting > New Rule
  • Select a rule type: Use a formula to determine which cells to format
  • Format values where this formula is true: =$D2="Confirmed"
  • Pick the format you want
In the formula, the column is fixed by the $ sign but the row number is not, so it will automatically adjust for you down to row 12.
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You're a genius. Thank you so much, that was exactly what I was looking for.
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