Cell Definition in the query

Hi Experts,
Iam new cell definitions in the query. can anyone please explain an easy example scenario using cell definition and the reason why we go for it eventhough we can do all the filters in the query definition windows as well.
Thanks,
DV

Before you create cell, you need to have two structures only then the cell icon will be enabled.
The value of the cell is dynamically getting calculated using formula, example,.. in your struct:
KF
PLANT1-----10
PLANT2-----20
But you wanted to get plant1 divided by Plant 2 and vise versa for the other plant, you can achieve this only by using cell.
After creating the two structures, then the cell icon will be enabled once you double click that, that is the time you can do all the manipulation for the cell.
hope that helps.
Thanks.
Wond

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if you want to see the "cell " option in active mode , first u must have two structures.
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just go throw the below description:
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- If you want to change an existing variable, select the variable and choose Edit from the context menu. The variables editor appears and you can change the settings.
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2. Select the new formula and choose Edit from the context menu. The Change Formula Cell dialog box appears. Make the basic settings on the General tab page.
3. Define your formula using the operands and functions available. See Defining Formulas.
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b. Use Drag&Drop to drag the Invoice key figure into the right-hand Details of the Selection area.
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