How to Highlight in Google Sheets | Scribe

    How to Highlight in Google Sheets

    • Alai Umerez |
    • 10 steps |
    • 15 seconds

      How to Highlight a Single Cell in Google Sheets

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      Click on the specific cell you want to highlight to ensure it is active
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      Locate the “Fill color” menu in the toolbar at the top of your screen This icon, which resembles a paint bucket, is found near the button marked with the letter "A" for text formatting options
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      Once you click on the “Fill color” icon, a palette of colors will appear Select a color from the palette to apply it to the background of the chosen cell This will make the cell visually distinct, which can be helpful for drawing attention to specific data or organizing your sheet more effectively
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      Review the result
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      To undo the highlight, locate the “Fill color” menu in the toolbar at the top of your screen and click on it
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      Click "Reset" to restore the cell to its original formatting

      How to Highlight Multiple Cells in Google Sheets

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      Click and drag your cursor over the cells you want to highlight This action will select all the cells within the range, making them ready for formatting
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      Just like with a single cell, locate the “Fill color” menu in the toolbar
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      Select a color from the palette that appears The chosen color will be applied as the background for all the selected cells This method is perfect for formatting groups of data, such as highlighting rows of sales figures or emphasizing specific columns in your spreadsheet
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      Review te results