How to Highlight a Row in Excel Using Conditional Formatting
Introduction
Conditional formatting is a powerful feature in Excel that allows you to automatically format cells based on specific criteria. In this article, we will show you how to highlight a row in Excel using conditional formatting.
Highlighting a Row Based on a Cell Value
To highlight a row based on a cell value, follow these steps:
- Select the entire row that you want to format.
- Go to the Home tab and click on the “Conditional Formatting” button in the Style section.
- Choose “New Rule” and select “Use a formula to determine which cells to format”.
- In the formula field, enter the formula `=SEARCH(“word”,$A1)>0`, where “word” is the word you want to find and $A1 is the cell reference.
- Click “Format” and choose the formatting you want to apply.
- Click “OK” to apply the formatting.
Example
Suppose we want to highlight a row if the chargeability is greater than 100%. We can use the following formula: `=E3>100`, where E3 is the cell reference.
We can then apply the formatting to the entire row by selecting the row and clicking on the “Conditional Formatting” button.
Managing Conditional Formatting Rules
To manage conditional formatting rules, follow these steps:
- Go to the Home tab and click on the “Conditional Formatting” button in the Style section.
- Choose “Manage Rules” and select the rule you want to edit.
- Click “Edit Rule” and make the necessary changes.
- Click “OK” to apply the changes.
Conclusion
Conditional formatting is a powerful feature in Excel that allows you to automatically format cells based on specific criteria. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can learn how to highlight a row in Excel using conditional formatting.
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