COUNTIFS children based on project name

David Clunie

Hi, I am currently trying to extract data to add to dashboards for synthetics, and a requirement is to know how many sub-projects are in any given area.

I am after a way to reference my sheet using a lookup function to return the number of children in each project with a certain column (Task name)

The formula must look at the hierarchy project name for counting

Example find a project called "Setup" and this = qty of 3

Example find a project called "Implement" and this = qty of 6

Andrée Starå

Hi @David Clunie

I hope you're well and safe!

Unfortunately, it's not possible now to use the CHILDREN function in a cross-sheet formula, but it's an excellent idea!

Please submit an Enhancement Request when you have a moment.

As a workaround, you can add a so-called helper column counting the children rows and reference that value.

Make sense?

Would that work/help?

I hope that helps!

Be safe and have a fantastic day!

Best,

Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

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