Can a field have a formula, and be editable??

I'm a relatively new user of Smartsheet, and am amazed at both its capabilities and the engaged community -- I've found answers to every question I've had. Until now...

I have a solution I'm creating where there are multiple fields for components that make up a product. Because not all fields are necessary for every product, I created a formula to apply "N/A" based upon values in other fields. However, this is preventing user entry in an Update Request into the field where needed.

Is there a way to have a column formula, but allow user entry (via an Update Request)?

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Andrée Starå

Hi @Mark Agee

I hope you're well and safe!

Unfortunately, it's not possible now to have a formula and also be able to edit the cells, but it's an excellent idea!

Please submit an Enhancement Request when you have a moment.

Here's a possible workaround or workarounds

You could use a Workflow combined with the change cell action.

Make sense?

Would that work/help?

I hope that helps!

Be safe and have a fantastic weekend!

Best,

Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

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Andrée Starå

Hi @Mark Agee

I hope you're well and safe!

Unfortunately, it's not possible now to have a formula and also be able to edit the cells, but it's an excellent idea!

Please submit an Enhancement Request when you have a moment.

Here's a possible workaround or workarounds

You could use a Workflow combined with the change cell action.

Make sense?

Would that work/help?

I hope that helps!

Be safe and have a fantastic weekend!

Best,

Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

Mark Agee

Thanks for the response @Andrée Starå!

My workaround was to remove my formula from the Buyer Initials column, and create another helper checkbox column (BOM x Complete) that had the same formula, PLUS a condition to look for Buyer Initials in the original Column.

The new checkbox column was then employed for subsequent alerts.

Thanks again for your insight!

Best Regards,

Mark

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