Adding data to a drop down list

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To add additional items to a drop-down list in Excel, you need to modify the source of the list.

Here is a step-by-step guide on how to add new items:

1. Select the cell with the drop-down list: Click on the cell where you have the drop-down list.
2. Go to the "Data" tab: In the Excel ribbon, navigate to the "Data" tab.
3. Click on "Data Validation": In the "Data Tools" group, you will find "Data Validation." Click on it.
4. Go to the "Settings" tab: In the "Settings" tab of the "Data Validation" dialog box, you will find the "Allow" drop-down list. Choose "List."
5. Modify the source: In the "Source" field, you will see the range of cells that currently make up your drop-down list. Edit this range to include the new item you want to add.

For example, if your current range is Sheet1!$A$1:$A$5, and you want to add a new item in cell A6, change the range to Sheet1!$A$1:$A$6.

6. Click "OK":

After modifying the source, click "OK" to apply the changes.

Now, your drop-down list should include the newly added item.

If you are using a named range for your drop-down list, you can also modify the named range to include the new item. To do this, go to the "Formulas" tab, click on "Name Manager," find and edit the named range associated with your drop-down list.

Remember, if your drop-down list is based on a table or a dynamic range, you might need to adjust the table or range definition to include the new item.

After making these changes, you should be able to see and select the newly added item in your drop-down list.

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