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Macro not running in Google Sheets

The macro did not populate the Adjusted amount column. In C2 enter exactly =B2*1.1, then fill that formula down through C4.

Verified by JosephineJuly 25, 2026About 75 seconds

Quick answer

The macro did not populate the Adjusted amount column. In C2 enter exactly =B2*1.1, then fill that formula down through C4.

Step-by-step

1

Select the targetThe macro did not populate the Adjusted amount column.

2

Complete the next actionIn C2 enter exactly =B2*1.1.

3

Apply the changefill that formula down through C4.

Shortcut or faster method

Select the target cell, type or paste the formula in the formula bar, then press Enter.

Expected result

C2:C4 contains the adjusted amounts 88, 132, and 330.

Common mistake

Applying the change to more rows, columns, or cells than the task specifies.

Troubleshooting

Re-select C2 and repeat the final action. C2:C4 contains the adjusted amounts 88, 132, and 330.

Example spreadsheet data

This is the clean fixture used for the verified run.

Item	Amount	Adjusted amount
Hosting	80
Software	120
Design	300

Video transcript

Open the prepared Macro fallback spreadsheet.
Select the target. The macro did not populate the Adjusted amount column.
Complete the next action. In C2 enter exactly =B2*1.1.
Apply the change. fill that formula down through C4.
C2:C4 contains the adjusted amounts 88, 132, and 330.