How do I set Checkbox to "Selected" based on a value of another cell without overriding the formula
I am creating a Task Smartsheet.
The "Done" column is a checkbox field.
When "Done" is selected, an approval workflow is triggered.
If declined, I want the checkbox to become UNCHECKED, however I find that when doing this, I loose the formula that makes the checkbox to become unchecked therefore making the who process useless.
Any Ideas?
This is the formula i was using in the checkbox field
=IF([Creator Decision]7 = "Declined", 0, 1)
Answers
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Hi David,
Answering here as well.
Unfortunately, it's not possible at the moment to keep the formula in a cell when something is changed manually, but it's an excellent idea!
Please submit an Enhancement Request when you have a moment
As a possible workaround, you could:
- Use so-called helper columns that you can check, and then the Done column would update accordingly.
- Use a 3rd party service/integration like Zapier or similar to automate if it should be checked or not
Would any of those options work/help?
I hope that helps!
Be safe and have a fantastic week!
Best,
Andrée Starå
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Hi Andrée
Thanks for the reply.
I would like to use a helper cell since the volume of tasks could make it expensive using Zapier.
My issue is that how am I able to use a helper cell to Update a cell in one column based on another columns value.
I just don't seem to find a way possible to do that. Maybe there is another way. Just to simplify what I need to try achieve.
If Column A = "Declined" and
If Checkbox in Column "C" is true
Then set checkbox in column "C" to false
I would like to put the above formula in Column C (helper column)
Is there a possible formula that can achieve this ?
Stay Safe and nice to meet you !!
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