Which button would you use to copy formatting from one cell to another?

The Paint Format button is specifically designed to copy formatting from one cell and apply it to another. This tool is very useful when you want to ensure that multiple cells share the same appearance, such as font style, size, color, borders, and other formatting characteristics without affecting the actual data within the cells.

When you select a cell with the desired formatting and click the Paint Format button, your cursor will change to a brush icon, indicating that you can now click on another cell to apply that formatting. This is especially helpful for maintaining consistency in a spreadsheet where visual presentation is important.

The Style button typically relates to predefined styles you can apply to cells but doesn’t allow for copying formatting from one specific cell. The Copy button serves a different purpose, which is to duplicate content, including both data and formatting, but this is done with a different process and is not limited to just formatting. The Merge button is used to combine several cells into one, which does not apply to formatting tasks. By using the Paint Format button, you can streamline your formatting process and keep your spreadsheet looking cohesive.