We have complied resources for basic tools we utilize in all of our spreadsheets. This page is a great starting point to become more familiar with Google Sheets. Each of these concepts we build upon, so this page provides a great foundation for topics mentioned throughout this site.
Data Validation
Data validation has many uses, but the most common use is to create dropdown menus. Data validation makes it simple for you to prompt users to choose from preselected options.
Conditional Formatting allows for cells to be formatted based upon their contents. Conditional formatting allows users to highlight cells that match text, contain numerical values, within a date range, and more.
Discover three different ways to create dynamic or dependent dropdown menus. Dropdown menus that will only show relevant options based upon another dropdown selection.
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