A common use of data validation is to create a drop-down list. Use it to restrict the type of data that users enter into an Excel cell.

We’re going to combine the data validation control with the conditional formatting feature in order to apply a font color to the selected list value.

Learn how to use a data validation control to allow users to select when to run multiple VBA procedures in Microsoft Excel.

When you update this spreadsheet with new or different data, you won’t have to re-create the validation rule, but you will need to click Circle Invalid Data again. This tool would be useful to bring ...

To keep your drop-down lists current, use data validation lists that automatically include new items. Set up your list in an Excel table, which is dynamic and expands as you add new data ...

By combining Excel’s GROUPBY function with dynamic formulas, data validation lists, and conditional formatting, you can create an interactive data summary with robust drill-down capabilities.

How to Make a Drop-Down List to Choose a Date in Excel. Microsoft Excel lets you create simple forms that your users can enter data.

I've got an Excel 97 worksheet in which I need to validate some cells. No problem, I'll just use Data->Validate, right? Wrong. The built in validation works well enough as long as the user doesn't ...