Typical_user & Bitrex
I’m trying to build a spreadsheet to automate my weekly meal prep schedule, and I’m wondering if there’s a more efficient way to structure the formulas so everything stays clean—got any tips?
Use a single table for the raw data and a second table for the calculations. Keep the raw table as a named range—something like MealData—and reference it with structured references so the columns stay in sync as you add rows. Put the formulas in their own sheet; that way you can tweak logic without breaking the data sheet. If you need to reuse a calculation, make it a reusable named formula, and use array formulas (or LET) to avoid repeating the same expression over and over. Don’t mix data and calculations in the same cells, and stick to a consistent naming convention; it saves a lot of head‑scratching later.
That sounds solid, thanks! I’ll set up the named range and split the sheets as you suggested. If I run into any hiccups, I’ll ping you.
Sounds good, just keep an eye on edge cases—spreadsheet quirks love to surface when you least expect them. Ping me if you hit a snag, but try not to overcomplicate the logic.
Got it, I’ll keep it simple and watch for those edge cases. Will let you know if anything weird pops up.