If not blank then change contents of another cell
How would I do this formula?
In column "Status" on row 3, I need to change it to "Completed" when column "Assigned To" on row 4 is not blank.
I started with =IF([Assigned To]4) and was kind of stuck after that.
TIA!
Answers
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Hi Chelsea.
This formula should work for what you're looking for:
=IF([Assigned To]4 <>"", "Completed")
Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any questions.
Best,
Mike
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argghhh, yes that works, but I should have said that in the Status column, where I'm to put the formula, is a drop down column that needs to stay at "Not Started" until the formula runs to change it to "Complete". How can I make this work?
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I hope you're well and safe!
You could maybe use the change a cell action.
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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The change cell workflow is only for that row, the cell I need changed is based on another row.
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Not sure I follow.
Can you describe your process in more detail and maybe share the sheet(s)/copies of the sheet(s) or some screenshots? (Delete/replace any confidential/sensitive information before sharing) That would make it easier to help. (share too, andree@workbold.com)
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Column "Status" is a drop down column. All initially need to be set at "Not Started".
In column "Status" on row 3, I need to change it from "Not Started" to "Completed" when column "Assigned To" on row 4 is not blank.
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This is the formula that Mike gave me that works
=IF([Assigned To]4 <>"", "Completed")
BUT, I have to use it in a drop down column and need it to still say "Not Started" until the formula runs. So if I put the formula in, and then have to put it to "Not Started", it removes the formula. Is there something I'm missing?
A screenshot is attached above.
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Unfortunately, you can't manually change the cell and have a formula as well, but you could use the Change a cell workflow feature instead.
Would that work/help?
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Feel free to contact me for help with Smartsheet, integrations, general workflow advice, or anything else.
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