How To Conditional Format For Duplicates In Google Sheets | Quick Guide (2025)

#GoogleSheets #ConditionalFormatting #DataCleaning 📝 This video provides a complete step-by-step guide on how to conditional format for duplicates in Google Sheets. You will learn how to automatically highlight repeated data in your spreadsheet without manual searching. We cover the exact formula needed to detect duplicate values in a selected column or range. The tutorial also shows you how to choose a standout highlight color for easy identification. Finally, you will see how this dynamic formatting updates automatically when you edit or delete data. ⏱️ -- TIMESTAMPS -- 0:00 - Introduction to Conditional Formatting for Duplicates 0:15 - Step 1: Open Your Sheet and Select the Data Range 0:32 - Step 2: Highlight the Target Column or Range 0:46 - Step 3: Navigate to Format - Conditional Formatting 0:55 - Step 4: Set "Format cells if" to "Custom formula is" 1:11 - Step 5: Enter the Custom Duplicate Formula 1:30 - Step 6: Choose a Highlight Color 1:41 - Step 7: Apply the Rule by Clicking Done 1:50 - Step 8: View and Manage Dynamic Highlights ➡️ Related Searches: How to find duplicates in google sheets with conditional formatting Google sheets conditional formatting duplicate rows Highlight duplicate values in google sheets column Custom formula for duplicates in google sheets Remove duplicates using conditional formatting google sheets If you enjoyed this video and found it helpful, please hit the like button and subscribe to PC Error Detective for more PC solutions -    / @pcerrordetective   @PCErrorDetective #PCErrorDetective #UnitedStates