Dear All

I have a sheet which has selected cells protected to ensure users enter
their alphanumerical data in the required cells. If a user types data into
the cells they can correct their entry but if they paste directly into the
cell (Ctrl + V), the cell formatting is altered and the cell becomes
protected. Q.1 - Why should this be?

I have advised users to use the formula bar (F2) if they want to paste data
but I'm sure some will persist with their previous method. Q.2 - how can I
overcome what appears to be an unwanted bonus feature?

BTW, the protection I'm using is select unlocked cells, format cells, insert
rows and insert hyperlinks.