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Cannot save changes in Google Sheets

Restore the intended Software amount in B3 to 120, then change C3 to Saved. Do not change any other cell.

Verified by JosephineAbout 75 seconds
Quick answer

Restore the intended Software amount in B3 to 120, then change C3 to Saved. Do not change any other cell.

Step-by-step

1

Select the targetRestore the intended Software amount in B3 to 120.

2

Apply the changechange C3 to Saved.

Shortcut or faster method

Select the full target range first. This avoids repeating the same change cell by cell.

Expected result

The recovered Software row contains 120 and is marked Saved.

Common mistake

Changing the source values while applying the formatting or structure change.

Troubleshooting

Re-select B3 and repeat the final action. The recovered Software row contains 120 and is marked Saved.

Example spreadsheet data

This is the clean fixture used for the verified run.

ItemAmountStatus
Hosting80Saved
Software999Unsaved
Design300Saved

Video transcript

  1. Open the prepared Save recovery spreadsheet.
  2. Select the target. Restore the intended Software amount in B3 to 120.
  3. Apply the change. change C3 to Saved.
  4. The recovered Software row contains 120 and is marked Saved.