When using Smart Fill, common questions usually focus on recognition quality, differences from regular fill, and whether source data changes; this page includes 3 frequent questions and 3 glossary terms.
FAQ
What should I do if Smart Fill does not recognize the pattern accurately?
- Check whether the example is clear enough, and add 2 to 3 examples if needed.
- Confirm that the source data format is reasonably consistent, such as names, IDs, or text structures.
- Run Smart Fill again and spot-check the results.
What is the difference between Smart Fill and regular fill?
- Regular fill is better for copying content or extending simple sequences.
- Smart Fill identifies extraction, merging, or format-conversion patterns from examples.
- When the task involves text processing or combination rules, Smart Fill is usually more convenient.
Will Smart Fill change the original data?
- Smart Fill generates results in the target column and does not directly overwrite the source data column.
- Before running it, confirm that the selected output range is correct.
- If you need to keep the results, save the worksheet or paste the output as values after completion.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Smart Fill | A feature that identifies data patterns from user-provided examples and generates results in batches. |
| Example data | One or more sample results entered first to show the intended output format. |
| Target column | The column that receives Smart Fill results, usually placed next to the source data. |