How to Create Drop Down Options in Google Sheets | Scribe

    How to Create Drop Down Options in Google Sheets

    • Lindsey Bly |
    • 11 steps |
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    This guide will show you how to create a drop down option in Google Sheets so you can select from a list of items. Google Sheets calls this "Data Validation"
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    Go to your Google sheet
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    Click "Data"
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    Adding the drop down to Google Sheets requires adding a Data Validation. Select "Data Validation".
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    Click in the "Cell Range" field to select the cells you'd like to add your drop down to.
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    Highlight the cells and click OK.
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    Google gives a few options on how to select your list for your drop down - click "Criteria" and select your preferred method. We'll show you how to select from a list of items.
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    Enter the items in the list separated by a comma.
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    If you want to require that someone selects an item from your list, select "Reject input". If you'd like the list to be more of a suggestion and allow them to still add their own items, select "Show warning"
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    Click "Save"
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    Check it out! You now have a list of items in Google sheets. Select the drop down icon to test your list.
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    Great work 🎉!