Formula List

Each formula appears as a numbered entry in a list at the top of a table view. Messages and icons relating to a formula appear in the lines beneath it.

Formula Hierarchy

The closer a formula is to the top of the list, the higher its precedence in calculating the value of cells with overlapping formulas. If two formulas apply to the same selection or cell, the one closer to the top of the list (with the lowest number, thus highest priority) eclipses the other formula.

Changing Formula Order

You can rearrange formulas by dragging them to higher or lower positions. Click on a formula (including its icon and number) to start a drag operation.

Formula Icons

Error messages indicate why a formula might be invalidated. Error messages are displayed in bold, accompanied by an icon to the left of the formula to which they apply.

One or more warning messages explain a condition that leaves a formula in use, but in a manner that you probably did not intend. Warning messages are displayed in italics, accompanied by a triangle icon to the left of the formula.

Related Topics
Formula Area
Writing Formulas