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Change Column Name in Multiple Sheets
Is there a method to change column names in multiple sheets? (I'm aware of the impact on reports that include those sheets.) It is very labor-intensive to change the column names in multiple sheets, but that is how we work in the real world. Change, change, change.
I've already updated the template, but wow what a pain to have to touch each sheet built on the previous template.
Thank you.
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Hello Jean—
Columns must be changed in sheets manually and individually per sheet. One way I can think of batching the change is to use our API, which requires developer resources: https://smartsheet-platform.github.io/api-docs/
I'd recommend also submitting your use case for why you batch change multiple column names on a regular basis to our Product team via the Product Enhancement Request form under Quick links to the right of the community site.
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Just Jean,
Be aware that changing column names (or types) impact (negatively) any Reports that reference those sheets.
Even with the API, this problematic.
Best practice: Pick name and stick to it.
Craig
