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How to flag values over a threshold in Excel and Google Sheets
Topic:IF, IFS & nested conditionsExcel & Google Sheets
=IF(B2>100,"Above","Below")✓
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Computed by a real spreadsheet engine on the sample data below.
| Product | Sales | Flag |
| Alpha | 80 | |
| Beta | 150 | |
| Gamma | 100 | |
| Delta | 210 | |
| Epsilon | 55 |
=IF(B2>100,"Above","Below")→Below
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Step by step
- 1In a helper column (e.g., C2) type =IF(B2>100,"Above","Below"), replacing 100 with your actual threshold.
- 2Copy the formula down all data rows so every value gets a label.
- 3Optionally replace the hardcoded threshold with a cell reference like $E$1 so you can change the cutoff in one place.
Tips
- Store the threshold in a named cell or a dedicated input cell and reference it in the formula (e.g., =IF(B2>$E$1,…)) so the whole sheet updates when the threshold changes.
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Frequently asked
How do I flag values at or above the threshold (inclusive)?
Use >= instead of >: =IF(B2>=100,"At or Above","Below").
Can I use three labels like High, Medium, Low?
Nest IFs: =IF(B2>200,"High",IF(B2>100,"Medium","Low")).
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