When using Share Partial Worksheet, common questions usually involve visible content, the difference from password protection, and what to check before sharing; this page includes 3 FAQs and a glossary.
FAQ
After I share part of a workbook, can the recipient see the full workbook?
- No. The shared result includes only the worksheets that you selected.
- After opening the shared content, the recipient can view only those selected worksheets.
- If needed, preview the shared result first to confirm the visible range.
What is the difference between Share Partial Worksheet and password protection?
- Share Partial Worksheet is used to send only part of a workbook.
- Password protection is used to restrict access to the whole file.
- After entering the correct password, a recipient can usually view the full file, while Share Partial Worksheet provides only the selected worksheet range.
What should I check before sharing selected worksheets?
- Check whether the selected worksheet range is correct so that no needed sheet is missed and no extra sheet is included.
- Check whether formulas, references, and displayed results are complete.
- If you share by link, confirm that the access settings fit the intended recipients.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Partial Worksheet | A sharing method that lets you select only some worksheets from a workbook instead of sending the whole file. |
| Workbook | A spreadsheet file that contains one or more worksheets. |
| Extract and Send | The action that generates shareable content after you choose a worksheet range and then continues to the sending step. |