Do you have Boolean TRUE/FALSE values in your Google Sheets that you want to convert to checkboxes? Well, you’re in luck! In this article, I’ll show you how to easily format or convert TRUE/FALSE values to checkboxes.
Convert TRUE/FALSE to Checkboxes in Google Sheets
Scenario 1: Convert Existing Manually Entered TRUE/FALSE to Checkboxes
If you have manually entered TRUE/FALSE values in a column and you want to convert them to checkboxes, it’s a breeze! Simply select the cells containing the values, go to the Insert menu, and click on Tick Box.
Scenario 2: Convert Boolean TRUE/FALSE Formula Outputs to Checkboxes
Here, I’ll show you two methods to convert TRUE/FALSE formula outputs to checkboxes. Let’s take a look at a simple logical test using a comparison operator that returns TRUE/FALSE.
The formula in cell B2 is copied down, and now you want to convert these TRUE/FALSE values to checkboxes. No problem! Just select the cells in the range B2:B6, go to the Insert menu, and select Tick Box.
Alternatively, you can first insert the tick boxes and then apply the formula. It’s up to you!
Scenario 3: Match Two Columns and Convert TRUE/FALSE to Checkboxes
Are you an advanced user looking to compare two columns and convert match/mismatch results to checkboxes? I’ve got you covered!
In this example, I’ll show you how to check the availability of names in Column A against Column B and then check/uncheck the checkboxes accordingly.
Here are the steps:
- Insert Checkboxes in C2:C6.
- Use the formula
=IFERROR(if(match(A2,$B$2:$B,0)>0,TRUE),FALSE)
in cell C2 and drag it down.
That’s it; you’re all set!
If you’re eager to learn more, check out these additional resources:
- Assign Values to Tick Box and Total It in Google Sheets
- Change the Tick Box Color While Toggling in Google Sheets
- 10 Best Tick Box Tips and Tricks in Google Sheets
- Remove Duplicates in Google Sheets – The Complete Guide and Sample Sheet
Now you can effortlessly convert TRUE/FALSE values to checkboxes in Google Sheets. Enjoy exploring the possibilities!