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Excel to allow entry of items not in the pull-down (drop-down) list

When using the pull-down entry function in Excel with the default settings, if you try to enter an item that is not in the list prepared for entry, an error message like the one shown below will appear and you will not be able to enter the item. In such a case, you can either allow any item to be entered, or display a message...

2025.06.11

Excel Functions

2 Easy Ways to Hide or Show Zero Values in Google Sheets

Looking to hide zero values in Google Sheets? This must-read guide explains two easy methods—using custom formatting and the IF function. Discover how to instantly clean up your tables and boost the visual quality of your documents. Would you like a slightly shorter or more technical variation as well?

2025.06.18

googlesheet

Excel Clipboard Error: “The content cannot be copied because it is being used by another application” — Symptoms and Quick Fixes

Frustrated by the "File is in use by another application" error during copy and paste? This article provides a detailed explanation of the issue along with both quick fixes and long-term solutions to resolve it effectively.

2025.06.18

EdgeExcel Functions

Get the path (save location) of the opened Excel file "Path" Excel Macro (VBA)

In many cases, it is useful to be able to get the location of the Excel file you are currently working on when you want to retrieve values from another Excel file or save a file as a name using a macro. In this article, we will show you how to use the "Path" command, which is useful in such cases. The currently open Excel file...

2024.05.30

Excel Macro (VBA)

Excel RIGHT and LEFT functions to extract a specific number of characters from the right or left of a string

I want to display only the four characters from the right of the data entered in a cell, or I want to display the rest of the data without displaying the left few characters. Conversely, I want to display only 4 characters from the left of the data entered in a cell, or I want to display the rest of the data without displaying the few characters on the right. Thus...

2025.02.19

Excel Functions

How to Hide Sheet Tabs in Excel – Fast & Easy

A must for Excel system creators and those considering preventing erroneous operations. This article explains with images how to hide sheet headings to prevent unexpected operations. In fact, it can be achieved with only a simple option setting. This article will help you create safe Excel files.

2025.06.11

Excel Functions

How to pass arguments between procedures ByRef,ByVal Excel(Excel) Macro(VBA)

This section describes how to pass arguments when procedures are separated. In the article below, I mentioned that it is easier to read and process the code by separating the procedures...

2023.12.27

Excel Macro (VBA)

[For Beginners] Step-by-Step Guide to Installing SeleniumBasic

This article offers a beginner-friendly, detailed guide to installing SeleniumBasic. Stuck on the installation and thinking about giving up on automation? The truth is, anyone can install it by taking it one step at a time. A professional with 20 years of experience teaching Excel will walk you through the process.

2025.06.16

Excel Macro (VBA)

How to Disable the Copilot Icon in Excel (4 Simple Ways)

最近Excelで上図のような「Copilot」マークが表示されるようになった方も多くなってきているのではないでしょうか。便利な機能もたくさんあるCopilotですが、セルを選択すると常に出てくるというのはさすがに邪魔な時もあります。そこで今...

2025.07.12

Excel Functions

Linking two pull-downs (drop-downs) without macros (when reflected in multiple rows) Excel (Excel)

Excel複数行連動プルダウンを作りたい人は必見！この記事ではマクロなしで複数行のドロップダウンを連動させる方法を詳しく解説します。実はINDIRECT関数と名前定義で簡単に実現できるんです。この記事を読めば効率的な一覧表が作れます。

2025.06.09

Excel Functions