Conditional formatting in Excel allows you to highlight data that meets specific criteria. The Between rule is particularly useful when you want to highlight values that fall between two specified numbers. Follow the steps below to learn how to apply it effectively.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Select the range of cells you want to apply the rule to. For example, select A1:A10.
- On the Excel ribbon, go to the Home tab and click on Conditional FormattingFind this under the 'Home' tab in the toolbar..
- Select Highlight Cells Rules from the dropdown and choose Between.
- In the prompt box, enter the two numbers that will define your range. For example, input 150 and 300 to highlight cells with values between these two numbers.
- Choose a formatting style. You can pick a color fill, font color, or a combination of both.
- Click OK to apply the rule to your selected cells.
A2: 240
A3: 350
A4: 450
A5: 300
A6: 150
A7: 100
A8: 220
A9: 180
A10: 320
Understanding the Result
Once you apply the Between rule, Excel will automatically highlight cells that contain values within the specified range. In this case, since the range was set between 150 and 300, the following cells would be highlighted:
A2: 240 (highlighted)
A3: 350 (not highlighted)
A4: 450 (not highlighted)
A5: 300 (highlighted)
A6: 150 (highlighted)
A7: 100 (not highlighted)
A8: 220 (highlighted)
A9: 180 (highlighted)
A10: 320 (not highlighted)
Customizing the Rule
You can easily adjust the rule by changing the values that define the range. For example, if you change the range to 200 - 400, fewer cells would be highlighted because only those falling between the new range will meet the criteria.
Here's a quick breakdown of important terms:
- Conditional FormattingA feature that allows you to format cells based on specific conditions or rules.
- Between RuleHighlights cells whose values fall between the two numbers you specify.
- Formatting StyleYou can choose how the highlighted cells appear by selecting a color fill or font style.
With these steps, you can now use the Between rule in Excel to focus on data that matters most within a specific range.
