data validation 1

[asong]

I hope that data validation refer cells from another sheet, but I can not make it. :-(

 

[joerd]

I'm just guessing what you're trying to do, but if you want to make a list based on entries on another sheet, give the range with the list data a name (select it and press Ctrl-F3, then type a name). You can then refer to that list in the Data validation dialog box.
So if your list data are on Sheet1!A1:A5, give that range a name, such as myValidationList, then go to the cell to be validated, and make a validation referring to =myValidationList


Cheers,
Joerd

Please see FAQ731-376 for tips on how to make the best use of Eng-Tips.

 

[JTDTimberframe]

Joerd,

Good tip. I've used this on many sheets, and it works well.

The only other advice I'd give is drop down boxes, goto Tools - Data Validation, and select List from the drop down option. In the Source section use =range name as Joerd says. This way no one can have problems with two fingered typing, like I do!

Steve

Stephen Napper BEng(Hons) AMIMechE

http://www.jtdtimberframe.co.uk

 

[asong]

It works.
Thanks a lot!