Can You Track Changes in Google Sheets?
Changes in Google Sheets can be tracked using "Version History" to review and revert to previous versions of the sheet, while "Cell History" can be used to access a detailed edit history of specific cells. The platform also provides "Notification Rules" for setting up email alerts for any modifications to facilitate real-time monitoring and collaboration.
How to Track Changes in Google Sheets Using Version History
Follow the steps below to track changes in Google Sheets using the ‘Version History’ feature.
1. Open the Desired Google Sheet for Tracking
Begin by opening the specific Google Sheet where you want to track changes.
2. Navigate to 'File' > 'Version History' > 'See Version History'
Click on `File` in the top menu, then select `Version history`, and choose `See version history` to access the history panel.
3. Review and Compare Past Spreadsheet Versions
In the version history panel, review the list of previous versions. Click on any version to see the changes that were made at that time.
How to Track Changes in Google Sheets Using Cell History
Follow the steps below to track changes in Google Sheets using the ‘cell history’ feature.
1. Click on the Cell to Check Its Edit History
Select the cell you want to investigate for past edits.
2. Right-Click and Select 'Show Edit History' for Details
Right-click on the chosen cell and select `Show edit history.`
A detailed log of all changes made to that cell will appear.
How to Set Up Notification Rules to track Changes in Google Sheets
Follow the steps below to set up notification rules to track changes in Google Sheets.
1. Open the Google Sheet for Notification Setup
Access the Google Sheets document for which you want to set up change notifications.
2. Go to 'Tools' > 'Notification Rules' to Configure Alerts
Select `Tools` from the menu bar and then choose `Notification settings` to open the notification settings. You can either choose 'Edit notifications' or 'Comment notifications.'
3. Create and Save Your Preferred Notification Settings
If you choose to edit notifications, you can select the type of notifications you want (e.g., any changes, daily summary) and select how you want to receive them (email right away or a daily summary). Click 'Save.'
If you choose, 'Comment Notifications,' you can set notifications for all comments, comments for you, or none. Click 'OK.'
We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to track changes in Google Sheets using different methods. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our article on how to subtract multiple cells on Google Sheets or our article on how to center across a selection in Google Sheets.
