Conditional Formatting Question

[itjr212]

Hello,

I have two columns. I am trying to create a conditional formatting formula that states whenever column 2 = column 1, then shade a color. I have tried some if,then formulas and they are not working - the formula would only reference the top cell. I want each cell to reference the cell to its left. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

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Thank you,

itjr212

 

[SuperFerret]

Try: =A1=B1

Make sure that you don't get =$A$1=$B$1 as this is an absolute reference and would always check that A1=B1

 

[rs2k]

Assuming you are using columns A & B, in B1>Format>Conditional Formatting

Cell Value_Is equal to and enter A1

Choose your format, click OK, then copy the format down column B.

HTH
Colin

 

[itjr212]

Hello All,

Thank you - both ways worked.

Thanks again!!

itjr212