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    Dynamic drop-down, based on previous drop-down criteria

    Hi,

    I have a large, growing, data set which has three values per row defined by multiple criteria.

    I believe I can achieve the results within the table (below image) with a simple SUMIFS using criteria defined using drop-downs however I would like to simplify the drop downs (the data set is very large with multiple selections possible) e. g. if "Berries, Bananas and Citrus" is selected in the 'Section' drop down, the next 'Sub Section' drop down will only display selections which correspond in the raw data below.

    Hope I've made sense, have hit a dead end

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    Re: Dynamic drop-down, based on previous drop-down criteria

    Attach a sample workbook (not image).

    Make sure there is just enough data to demonstrate your need. Include a BEFORE sheet and an AFTER sheet in the workbook if needed to show the process you're trying to complete or automate.

    Make sure your desired results are shown, mock them up manually if necessary.

    Remember to desensitize the data.

    Click on GO ADVANCED and then scroll down to Manage Attachments to open the upload window.

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    Re: Dynamic drop-down, based on previous drop-down criteria

    Thanks, please see attached.
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    Re: Dynamic drop-down, based on previous drop-down criteria

    You could use a combination of slicers on your tables and subtotal formulae instead of this.
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    Re: Dynamic drop-down, based on previous drop-down criteria

    I'll look into slicers... Never knew they existed

    Thanks.

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