How to insert cell content to the shape

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If you are creating chart or diagram in Excel with shapes, you might need to update the shape text automatically depending on the value in a particular cell.
Shape with cell information Excel 2007

To insert the cell content to your shape, do the following:

   1.   Select the AutoShape or text box.

   2.   In the formula bar, type the equal ("=") symbol.

   3.   Click the worksheet cell that contains the data or text you want to insert into the selected shape or text box.

You can also type the reference to the worksheet cell. Include the sheet name, for example:

= [officetooltips.xlsx]Tips!$B$12

   4.   Press Enter.

If you have any questions or suggestions, please feel free to ask OfficeToolTips team.

See Also

Creating and using named ranges

Creating and using named ranges

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Referencing cells outside the worksheet

Referencing cells outside the worksheet

Formulas can refer to cells in other worksheets-and the worksheets don't even have to be in the same workbook. Excel uses a special type of notation to handle these types of references.
Using Solver

Using Solver

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