EXCEL Remove note function

The EXCEL Remove note function removes the note (comment) from a cell.

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This article describes the RPA Excel functionality to remove a note from a cell.

For a full list of available functions, please read EXCEL functions.


Description

The EXCEL Remove note function removes the note (comment) from a cell. Does nothing if the cell has no note.


Setting it up

To use the EXCEL Remove note function, follow these instructions:

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Once on a process map:

  1. Navigate to the process where you would like to add the EXCEL Remove note function
  2. Click on the green button's drop-down (right side of the green button labelled "Process")
  3. On the menu that appears, click on the "+ Activity" item
  4. From here you can select the EXCEL Remove note option
  5. Click "Add" once you are done

Input parameters

ParameterRequiredTypeDefaultDescription
File pathYesTextFull path to the Excel file.
SheetYesTextName of the sheet.
CellYesTextCell address (e.g. A1).

Output variables

This action does not produce any output variables.


Errors

ErrorDescription
File not openThe Excel file must be open.
Sheet not foundThe specified sheet does not exist.
Invalid cellThe cell reference is not valid.

Tips

  • This action is safe to call even if the cell has no note – it simply does nothing.
  • The cell's value and formatting are not affected.

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