I always make sure to add clear instructions to any shared Excel workbook so the next person knows exactly how to interact with my spreadsheets. For years, I relied on the built-in notes and comments ...

In Microsoft Excel, you can add Notes to your cells. When the cell has a note, a red indicator will appear at the corner of your cell. If you hover the cursor over the cell, the note will appear.

It’s like a control center for your spreadsheet. With just one command, you can instantly: • Find and remove blanks, locate errors, spot notes and comments, identify formulas vs hard-coded values ...