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Conditional formatting OR option

Please create an OR option for conditional formatting. I have a list of 50 numbers, and I need to highlight if any of them exist in a specific cell. Without an OR option, I have to make 50 rules to accomplish this. Frustrating!

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  • Andrée Starå
    Andrée Starå ✭✭✭✭✭✭
    edited 08/23/23
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    Hi,

    I hope you're well and safe!

    Here's a possible workaround or workarounds

    • You could add a so-called helper column with a formula that checks for the different conditions. You'd then reference it in the Conditional Formatting rule.

    Would that work/help?

    I hope that helps!

    Be safe, and have a fantastic week!

    Best,

    Andrée Starå| Workflow Consultant / CEO @WORK BOLD

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