Hi,
I currently have a data validation list based on names ranges using IF statements. (ie IF(A1 = "A",Range_A...etc) This is becoming cumbersome and I think the better solution would be to have a vlookup where the result is the named range, therefore that is what is shown in the dropdown.
Can anyone help me build this formula?
I have attached an example of what I am trying to achieve and hope that this helps.
many thanks in advance.
Use this as your data validation range:
=$C$10:$C$13
Then you can use this in any formula that needs one of the ranges:
=INDIRECT(B2)
Ali
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so easy.
thanks, I feel embarrassed that I didn't just think of it myself.
Best Regards and many thanks once again.
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