How do I create a drop-down list in Google Sheets?

What would I use the drop-down feature for?

Using Data validation rules the drop-down feature allows you to create drop-down lists within your Google Sheets. We use them to mark off availability for example:

How do I do this?

Step #1 - Open Google Sheets

Step #1 - Open Google Sheets

Step #3 - Select 'Drop-down'

This opens the 'Data validation rules' box and you can select the range you would like this to apply to (where you would like your drop-downs to go), you can also colour-code them to make them easier to view.

Further tip: If you click the advanced options you can change the look of the drop-down list, we have gone for the modern chip look but you can choose from:

A simple and quick way to create your drop-down lists in Google Sheets!