# How to Add Conditional Formatting in Smartsheet

> To add conditional formatting in Smartsheet, open Grid View, click Conditional Formatting in the top menu, and select Add New Rule. Next, configure your condition, format, and coverage preferences, then tap OK to apply the rule to your document.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-add-conditional-formatting-in-smartsheet/
Apps: Smartsheet
Updated: 2026-10-05
Interactive demo: https://story-api.livedemo.ai/workspaces/62255d3d3304f17b8f5e2d03/stories/692a2d08a98365d086570670/preview?step=1

## Steps

1. Inside Smartsheet's Grid View, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Conditional Formatting'.
2. After that, click 'Add New Rule' to proceed.
3. Configure the rule based on your preference. Simply specify your desired condition, format, and coverage.
4. Once done, tap 'OK' to continue.
5. After completing these steps, the conditional formatting will be added to your Smartsheet document.