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FormulaLens: Spreadsheet Debugging Made Visible

Spreadsheet users struggle to locate hidden formula logic buried in complex sheets, making debugging slow and error‑prone. FormulaLens instantly visualizes each cell’s formula, offers step‑by‑step dependency tracing, and flags errors, turning hidden code into a clear, interactive map for faster resolution.

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complaint frequency
1.5
growth rate
9
competition density
10.5
monetization potential
14.25
technical feasibility
7.5
search interest
4.8

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Comment on: The First Rule of Microsoft Excel: Don’t Tell Anyone You’re Good at It

The problem with debugging formula code is that it's hidden in the default view, and you have to know which cells to click on to find each bit of code.In simple spreadsheets, the proper cell to click on is obvious, becau