It sounds like you used Data|Validation to create this dropdown?

If yes, maybe you could add a shape to that cell (from the drawing toolbar).

I just give those cells with data|validation a different fill color (I like
light yellow).

Jen wrote:

I made a drop down box, how do i get the border to include the down arrow so
that is showing at all times even when the cell isnt highlighted?

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Dave Peterson