Common questions about spreadsheet filtering usually focus on condition logic, data safety, and shared visibility; this FAQ covers 3 frequent questions and a short glossary.
FAQ
Do multiple filter conditions use AND or OR logic?
- Open the filter panel and review the conditions you added.
- If you choose All Conditions, a record must meet every rule.
- If you choose Any Condition, a record only needs to meet one rule to remain visible.
Does filtering delete or change the original data?
- Filtering changes only the current display.
- Rows that do not match the conditions are temporarily hidden, not deleted.
- After you clear the filter, the full dataset becomes visible again.
Can other people see filter conditions in a shared view?
- After you apply filters in a shared data table, confirm that the current view is being used for collaboration.
- Filter conditions in a shared view are visible to collaborators.
- If needed, communicate the purpose of the current filter before you continue.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Filter condition | A rule that decides which records remain visible based on a selected field and matching logic. |
| All Conditions | A relationship between multiple rules where a record must satisfy every condition. |
| Any Condition | A relationship between multiple rules where a record only needs to satisfy one condition. |