When using Filter in Spreadsheet, the most common questions focus on condition logic, data safety, and shared visibility; this FAQ includes 3 common answers.
FAQ
Are multiple filter conditions treated as AND or OR?
- After adding two or more filter rules, check the condition combination setting.
- Choose All Conditions when a record must meet every rule.
- Choose Any Condition when a record only needs to meet one rule to appear.
Does filtering delete data?
- Filtering only changes what is currently shown.
- Hidden rows still remain in the original data table.
- When you remove or adjust the filter, you can view the full data again.
Are filter conditions in a shared view visible to other people?
- When you set filter conditions in a shared data table, collaborators can see those conditions.
- If you want everyone to review the same result, confirm the rules before sharing.
- Before collaboration, explain the current filter logic so everyone understands the visible data range.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Filter condition | A rule that decides which records remain visible in the current data table. |
| All Conditions | A multi-rule setting where a record must satisfy every rule to appear. |
| Any Condition | A multi-rule setting where a record appears if it satisfies at least one rule. |