Data validation in Word

[Lupe]

Hi,
If I use Word as a data source is it possible to use data validation list as
in Excel.
I want to make the use of merge easier for the students, but if I cannot use
data validation list via data source in Word I have to go with Excel. If
anybody of you do know/have a solution, plse inform me.
Thanks, Lupe

 

[Dawn Crosier, Word MVP]

Hi Lupe -

Word does not have the same type of Data Validation as Excel does. I
would suggest that you stick with Excel if you want to be sure that all
data entries meet the criteria that you define. Another alternative
would be to use Access - since even more control can be given over the
data entry process, however the learning curve is much higher.

--
Dawn Crosier
Microsoft MVP
"Education Lasts a Lifetime"
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Hi,
If I use Word as a data source is it possible to use data validation list as
in Excel.
I want to make the use of merge easier for the students, but if I cannot use
data validation list via data source in Word I have to go with Excel. If
anybody of you do know/have a solution, plse inform me.
Thanks, Lupe

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[Lupe]

Dawn,
Thanks for your input.
Lupe

Hi Lupe -

Word does not have the same type of Data Validation as Excel does. I
would suggest that you stick with Excel if you want to be sure that all
data entries meet the criteria that you define. Another alternative
would be to use Access - since even more control can be given over the
data entry process, however the learning curve is much higher.

--
Dawn Crosier
Microsoft MVP
"Education Lasts a Lifetime"
This message is posted to a newsgroup. Please post replies and questions
to the newsgroup so that others can learn as well.






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