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How to find the actual list of values that makes up a combo box.

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    Question How to find the actual list of values that makes up a combo box.

    Hi All,

    I have a large work spreadsheet which has drop down lists for some cells. I need to modify or add to these lists but I cant find in this massive workbook where they are hidden. What is the easiest way to find the list of values and modify them.

    Surely really simple and something i havent found yet.

    Cheers,

    Spicey

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    Re: How to find the actual list of values that makes up a combo box.

    Nevermind I found it. Data Validation under the Data Tab will give information for the source of the cell.

    Although it helps if someone hasn't hidden the list with white text!

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    Re: How to find the actual list of values that makes up a combo box.

    Hello,

    if the drop-down lists are created with Data Validation (which is very likely), click on the cell, then click the Data ribbon and the "Data Validation" command.

    In the dialog that opens up, look at the formula in the "Source" field. If it contains a range like =Sheet1!$A$1:$A$10 that means that the list values are in Sheet 1, A1 to A10.

    If the field contains something like =Something that means that the list of values is calculated with a named formula. In that case, go to the Formulas ribbon, click the Name Manager icon and find the "Something" name in the list of defined names. The formula for the defined name may be a bit more complex than just a range of cells. Named formulas can be built to be dynamic and can use a variety of techniques that may involve formulas like Offset or Indes/Match combos.

    If you get lost, post what you have discovered. A sample file would be useful, too. Just make sure to replace confidential data like names with dummy text.

    cheers, teylyn

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    Re: How to find the actual list of values that makes up a combo box.

    LOL, just read the comment you posted while I was composing my answer.

    Yes, if you inherit a workbook from someone else, you will get to curse a few times.

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