How to Add Conditional Formatting in Smartsheet
- George Apostolov
How to Add Conditional Formatting in Smartsheet: step-by-step guide
Inside Smartsheet's Grid View, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Conditional Formatting'.
After that, click 'Add New Rule' to proceed.
Configure the rule based on your preference. Simply specify your desired condition, format, and coverage.
Once done, tap 'OK' to continue.
After completing these steps, the conditional formatting will be added to your Smartsheet document.
Quick answer: 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.
About this Smartsheet tutorial
Apply conditional formatting to your Smartsheet documents by configuring custom rules for conditions, formats, and coverage in Grid View. This guide shows how to add Conditional Formatting in Smartsheet in 5 steps, starting with "Inside Smartsheet's Grid View, head over to the top menu bar and click 'Conditional For..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the conditional formatting will be added to your Smartshe...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Smartsheet interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Conditional Formatting in Smartsheet?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Smartsheet data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Smartsheet. Related guides: How to Add Multiple Rows in Smartsheet, How to Add Tabs in Smartsheet and How to Archive Rows in Smartsheet. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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