You can set up conditional formatting in Excel for dates. We have included detailed examples you can try while reading the guide.

Avoid frustration and unintended formatting by learning how Excel applies conditional formatting rules.

Conditional formatting highlights key information in a spreadsheet so it’s easy to see at a glance. This beginner’s guide gets you started using conditional formatting.

Whether you're comparing a single list or several, Excel's conditional formatting can get the job done.

Want to to alternate row colors in Excel? You can apply color in alternate row & column in Excel spreadsheet using Conditional Formatting.

Pro Tip: To open formatting options, just select the cell (s) you want to format and press Ctrl-1 (Mac: Command-1). This actually works for anything in Excel: charts elements, images, etc.

Susan Harkins shows you how to visually identify holidays using Excel's conditional formatting feature.