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dynamic data validation using two word names and auto updating outputs based on imput

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    dynamic data validation using two word names and auto updating outputs based on imput

    Hi,

    I have an excel sheet where I am trying to assign attributes to hair products. I have created drop down lists using data validation and based on the selection from the first drop down I have used the =INDIRECT function to allow me to select specific values in the second cell based on what was selected in the first. I have got this working and I am happy with it.

    The first problem that I have is that I cannot seem to have a "two word" name as any of my selections which is posing a problem. Does anyone know how to fix this?

    The second problem is that if I decide to change one of my attributes or input values in my "datavalidation table" sheet then the change is not reflected in the values that I have already selected. So this means that going forward if I wanted to tweek or change an attribute I would have to go and manually update each and every selection that I wanted to change. Does anyone know of a way for these to auto update?

    I have attached my sheet with three columns,

    product name, type, hair type

    and the data validation tables are on sheet two...I've been racking my brains and searching forums for this for the last few days and not had any success so I am hoping someone out there knows the answer

    Cheers
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    Re: dynamic data validation using two word names and auto updating outputs based on i

    Hello Jamie,

    Add the spaces you need to your lists, just not the list name. Change the Data Validation formula in cell C3 to what is below and drag it down.
    =INDIRECT(SUBSTITUTE(B3," ",""))
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    Re: dynamic data validation using two word names and auto updating outputs based on i

    Leith......thank you very much, great effort I owe you on

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