Validation list in data entry form

[Steve M]

Hi
I have a data validation list which I use in the spreadsheet for the user to
select from the drop down. I would like the user to be able to user a data
entry form instead of adding to the master sheet. Is there any way I can
create a form for this that will use the validation list drop down. When I
tried 'data' and 'form' it only has text boxes.

 

[Bob Phillips]

Unfortunately, that is just a very simple form.

If you want richer controls, you will need to build your own userform, add
the controls, and use VBA to control it.

 

[Jacob Skaria]

Add a combobox from the toolbox and set the Rowsource prooperty to a cell
range.

 

[Jacob Skaria]

If you are new to VBA ; from workbook launch VBE using short-key Alt+F11.
From menu 'Insert' a 'UserForm' and check out the toolbox controls
available...

Also check out the topic 'Excel Data Entry Worksheet Form' by Dave Peterson
which do not use a userform
http://www.contextures.com/xlForm02.html

 

[Steve M]

Many thanks for the tip, I will defiantly have to go down this route.