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Excel: Color Cells When Input Doesn’t Match Dropdown List

In this article, you'll learn how to use conditional formatting in Excel to automatically change cell colors when a value entered doesn't match the dropdown list. If you've been struggling with errors during data aggregation using the VLOOKUP function, you're not alone. Fortunately, combining the MATCH and ISNA functions offers a simple and effective solution.

2025.06.11

Excel Functions

How to Instantly Convert Address Numbers to Kanji Using SUBSTITUTE in Excel.

When printing addresses on envelopes using the address list of a New Year's card or a customer list, for example, horizontal envelopes are written in arithmetic (Arabic) numerals such as "1, 2, 3", while vertical envelopes must be written in Chinese numerals such as "1, 2, 3". Substitute the numbers...

2024.09.20

Excel Functions

SUMIF and SUMIFS Functions Excel

The SUMIF function can be used to change the contents of the total according to conditions, and the SUMIFS function can be used to specify multiple conditions. The reason why and how to use the SUMIF...

2024.07.04

Excel Functions

Excel to allow entry of items not in the pull-down (drop-down) list

When using the pull-down entry function in Excel with the default settings, if you try to enter an item that is not in the list prepared for entry, an error message like the one shown below will appear and you will not be able to enter the item. In such a case, you can either allow any item to be entered, or display a message...

2025.06.11

Excel Functions

How to display the Immediate Window Excel(Excel) Macro(VBA)

One of the skills that you will need to learn as you progress in your VBA studies is the skill of using Immediate Windows. To use it, you must first display the Immediate Window. In this article, we will explain how to display the Immediate Window...

2024.01.02

Excel Macro (VBA)

Automatically create invoices from sales invoices3 Excel (Excel)

Continuing from the previous article, "Creating Invoices Automatically from Sales Statements 2: Excel," we will now move on to creating invoices. If you haven't read it yet, please also read "Creating Invoices Automatically from Sales Statements 1: Excel". Putting details on an invoice (using a macro)...

2024.05.16

Excel Macro (VBA)Let's make an invoice from a sales invoice.

How to Convert Excel to Google Sheets (Step-by-Step Guide for 2025)

This article provides a detailed, beginner-friendly explanation of how to convert Excel files into Google Sheets. Are you struggling because a client has asked you to submit your data in Google Sheets format? The truth is, the conversion process is easier than you might think. Written by someone with experience in streamlining IT workflows, this guide walks you through the steps clearly and practically.

2025.06.05

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How to Disable Automatic Calculation in Excel VBA to Speed Up Your Macros

Learn how to disable automatic calculation in Excel VBA to dramatically speed up your macros. Simple code examples and performance tips included. Boost your Excel automation today!

2025.07.28

Excel Macro (VBA)

About Variable Types Excel(Excel) Macro(VBA)

This section explains the types used when declaring variables in "Dim Variables". Here are some typical types of variables that you only need to remember. I almost always use only these. Variable typeThe range of data that can be storedstring stringlong integer (-2,14...)

2024.06.14

Excel Macro (VBA)

Name a cell Excel

There are many times when you need to refer to a cell with coordinates such as "=A1" or "=C50". However, when you try to get the value from another sheet or another book, the coordinates are not always the same.

2024.09.17

Excel Functions