Drop-down lists in Microsoft Excel (and Word and Access) allow you to create a list of valid choices that you or others can select for a given field. This is especially useful for fields that require ...

In order to perform this operation, you will need at least two sheets open in your workbook: a working sheet and a blank sheet where you can compile your lists. The first step is to create your list.

An curved arrow pointing right. Data validation in Excel allows you to create drop-down menus right inside individual cells. You can also restrict the types of values entered into different cells.

How to populate a dropdown with data from another sheet in Excel Your email has been sent If your list and dropdown are on different pages, you’ll need to know this ...

An curved arrow pointing right. Data validation in Excel allows you to create drop-down menus right inside individual cells. You can also restrict the types of values entered into different cells.