format a range dependant on another cell

[JeremyC.]

can i format a range of cells dependant on another cell's input? for example,
i want N34 through N44 to change yellow if cell M32 has text in it.

 

[Jacob Skaria]

1. Select the cell/Range (say N34:N44).
2. From menu Format>Conditional Formatting>
3. For Condition1>Select 'Formula Is' and enter the below formula
=ISTEXT($M$32)
4. Click Format Button>Pattern and select your color (say Yellow)
5. Hit OK

PS: If you are using XL2007 Goto Home tab>Styles>Conditional
Formatting>Manage rules>New rule>Use a formula to determine which cells to
format. Enter the formula in the box below.

 

[ryguy7272]

Select N34:N44

Format > Conditional Formatting > Formula Is =$M$32<>""
Click Format and choose you’re the properties of your format and hit OK