- In short
- For each column, colors the formulas that do not match the pattern used by most cells in that column, so an odd formula is easy to spot. Only colors are added and your formulas are not changed. Colored inconsistent cells. Your source data stays unchanged and can be reversed in one step with Undo Last.
What it is for
Highlight Inconsistent Formulas is used to highlight formulas that break a column's dominant pattern.
When to use it
It earns its place whenever you have to none.
Example scenarios
- None.
What it needs
A range and an options dialog. Supported data types: text, number, date (by selection).
How to use it
- Select the range to audit.
- On the XLMind Plus tab, open the Advanced Audit menu in the Formula Audit group and choose Highlight Inconsistent Formulas.
- Pick the settings you need in the window that opens.
- Confirm; colored inconsistent cells.
What it produces
Colored inconsistent cells.
Effect on your data and undo
Highlight Inconsistent Formulas writes the result over the cells you selected. Undo Last rolls the change back in a single step.
How it differs from similar tools
It applies a one-off, lasting mark without setting up conditional formatting rules; there is nothing to maintain and one step undoes it.
Good to know
No special preconditions.
Limitations
No special preconditions.
Frequently asked questions
- Where does the result go?
- Colored inconsistent cells.
- Does the result stay linked to the source?
- The output does not track the source afterwards; a quick rerun brings it up to date.
- Any known limits?
- No special preconditions.
- Does it work offline?
- Yes. Everything runs on your computer; the internet is only needed for licensing and updates.
Works well with
- As a preparation step, try Highlight Blank Cells
- Afterwards, try Highlight Data Validation Cells
- Often used alongside this tool: Formula Map Summary
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