You can insert a drop-down list of valid entries (also called a drop-down menu or drop-down box) in Excel to make data entry easier, or to limit entries to certain items that you define.

Add a list box to your Excel worksheet from which users can choose a value. Make data entry easier by letting users choose a value from a combo box. A combo box combines a text box …

To automatically create a repeating field in the data source that is bound to the multiple-selection list box, select the Automatically create data source check box.

Use data validation rules to control the type of data or the values that users enter into a cell. One example of validation is a drop-down list (also called a drop-down box or drop-down menu). …

After you create a drop-down list, you might want to add more items or delete items. In this article, we'll show you how to do that depending on how the list was created.

Sort a list by days of the week or months of the year or sort by priorities in Excel. Or you can create your own custom list for items that don't sort well alphabetically.

Cascading list boxes help users fill out forms faster and help ensure that users enter data correctly. This article describes how to create and populate cascading list boxes with data.

A list box, drop-down list box, or combo box displays items that a user can select when filling out a form that is based on your form template. You can configure these types of controls to show …

For the series 2, 4, 6, 8..., type 2 and 4. For the series 2, 2, 2, 2..., type 2 in first cell only. Drag the fill handle . If needed, click Auto Fill Options and choose the option you want. Need more …

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