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I have created a drop down box with many entries in it. Is there a way I can
begin typing and have it find the first match and then select with the mouse
the right one?
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Data Validation drop-downs do not allow for autocomplete.

To get that feature you need a combo-box.

Debra Dalgleish has done the work for you.

http://www.contextures.on.ca/xlDataVal10.html


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I have created a drop down box with many entries in it. Is there a way I can
begin typing and have it find the first match and then select with the mouse
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Thank you so much!

"Gord Dibben" wrote:

Data Validation drop-downs do not allow for autocomplete.

To get that feature you need a combo-box.

Debra Dalgleish has done the work for you.

http://www.contextures.on.ca/xlDataVal10.html


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I have created a drop down box with many entries in it. Is there a way I can
begin typing and have it find the first match and then select with the mouse
the right one?



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