What does the LOCK do in the summary sheet?

I have a formula in the field, I locked it but I can still edit the field.

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  • Andrée Starå
    Andrée Starå ✭✭✭✭✭✭
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    Hi @heyjay

    I hope you're well and safe!

    It depends on your permission level.

    More info.

    Who can use this capability?

    The sheet Owner and Admins can add new sheet summary fields, edit field properties, and type in existing locked or unlocked fields.

    The sheet Owner, Admins, and Editors can type in existing, unlocked fields. A license is required to add new sheet summary fields, edit field properties, and type in existing locked or unlocked fields.

    An Unlicensed Admin can edit unlocked sheet summary fields.

    I hope that helps!

    Be safe and have a fantastic week!

    Best,

    Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

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  • Andrée Starå
    Andrée Starå ✭✭✭✭✭✭
    Answer ✓

    Hi @heyjay

    I hope you're well and safe!

    It depends on your permission level.

    More info.

    Who can use this capability?

    The sheet Owner and Admins can add new sheet summary fields, edit field properties, and type in existing locked or unlocked fields.

    The sheet Owner, Admins, and Editors can type in existing, unlocked fields. A license is required to add new sheet summary fields, edit field properties, and type in existing locked or unlocked fields.

    An Unlicensed Admin can edit unlocked sheet summary fields.

    I hope that helps!

    Be safe and have a fantastic week!

    Best,

    Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

    Did my post(s) help or answer your question or solve your problem? Please support the Community by marking it Insightful/Vote Up or/and as the accepted answer. It will make it easier for others to find a solution or help to answer!

    SMARTSHEET EXPERT CONSULTANT & PARTNER

    Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

    W: www.workbold.com | E:andree@workbold.com | P: +46 (0) - 72 - 510 99 35

    Feel free to contact me for help with Smartsheet, integrations, general workflow advice, or anything else.

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