Smartsheet Clear Blocked Formatting Instantly

Clear blocked formatting and delete columns with one click.
  • Instantly clear blocked formatting with the Fix with SSFeatures button that appears when Smartsheet stops you from deleting a column. Click once to remove that column from all conditional formats so you can delete it.
  • Use Remove Columns from Rules in the SSFeatures menu to pick one or many columns. SSFeatures updates every affected rule and deletes any rules left empty for you.
  • Keep work moving with fewer manual steps.

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Use Cases
Deleting Unused Columns - When you need to delete a column but it’s tied to conditional formatting rules, SSFeatures removes it from all rules so you can delete the column without error messages.
Simplifying Large Sheets - For sheets with dozens of conditional rules, quickly remove columns without manually editing every rule.
Managing Multiple Sheets - If you maintain templates or duplicate sheets for different teams, use this feature to efficiently update conditional formats across them.
Frequently Asked Questions
When you select columns to remove, SSFeatures scans all conditional formatting rules, removes the selected columns, and deletes any rules that no longer apply.
Normally Smartsheet blocks you from deleting it, but SSFeatures adds a 'Fix with SSFeatures' button to that popup. Clicking it removes the column from all related rules so you can delete it immediately.
Yes. SSFeatures runs entirely in your browser and uses Smartsheet’s in-browser JavaScript to update your rules. None of your data is sent to external servers, ensuring complete privacy and security.
SSFeatures has a 30-day free trial, so that you can try out all of the features of SSFeatures. You don't need a credit card. Just download the extension and start using SSFeatures, then your free trial will start automatically.
No, you do not need to provide credit card information or create an account. Simply download SSFeatures, start using Smartsheet, and then the free trial will begin.
Yes, SSFeatures is very safe. Here's why:

1. Your data stays private. SSFeatures runs inside your browser. It never sends your Smartsheet data to any outside server. Your info never leaves your computer.

2. Your settings are stored only in your browser. This means better privacy. If you uninstall the extension, you'll need to set it up again, but that's a fair trade to keep your info safe.

3. No API key needed. SSFeatures works with the page you're on, nothing more.

4. We're a Smartsheet Tech Partner. That means we work closely with Smartsheet to make sure our tools are safe and helpful.

5. You can check our code. SSFeatures is available on Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox. All browser extensions must pass strict checks, and you can inspect our code yourself.

Learn more on our Security Page.
Thousands of Smartsheet users across many industries use SSFeatures every day.
What is SSFeatures?
  • SSFeatures is a browser extension that makes Smartsheet way easier to use
  • It adds dozens of time-saving features directly into Smartsheet
  • It will save you hours of work every week

Are you tired of wasting hours in Smartsheet doing the same tedious steps? SSFeatures makes Smartsheet faster, smarter, and easier to use. It's a simple browser extension, packed with powerful tools that save you hours every week. Trusted by thousands of Smartsheet users with hundreds of five star reviews across Chrome, Edge, Safari, and Firefox. Save hours every week in Smartsheet! Try SSFeatures free today!
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Smartsheet Conditional Formatting Column Remover Remove columns from Smartsheet conditional formatting rules quickly and cleanly.
Delete Smartsheet Rule Column Can’t delete a column because Smartsheet says it’s used in a conditional format? This page shows how SSFeatures adds a Remove Columns from Rules tool and a Fix with SSFeatures button so you can remove a column from every conditional formatting rule with one click. SSFeatures updates rules automatically, deletes any empty rules, and gets your sheet back to normal fast.
Delete Column Fast in Smartsheet Delete columns fast in Smartsheet without hunting through conditional formats. SSFeatures adds a Fix with SSFeatures button and a Remove Columns from Rules tool to automatically strip selected columns from all conditional formatting rules, delete empty rules, and let you remove columns across sheets quickly and safely.
Delete Smartsheet Conditional Column Easily delete a column that Smartsheet blocks because it’s used in conditional formatting. SSFeatures adds a Remove Columns from Rules tool and a Fix with SSFeatures button so you can remove selected columns from all conditional format rules, automatically update or delete affected rules, and then delete the column without manual edits. Save time and avoid errors when cleaning up sheets with many conditional formats.