Formatting

Copy cell formatting

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  1. Select the cell with the formatting you want to copy.

  2. Select HomeFormat Painter.

  3. Drag to select the cell or range you want to apply the formatting to.

  4. Release the mouse button and the formatting should now be applied.

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