Explanation
Data Validation controls what users can enter into a cell and helps prevent incorrect data.
Common Validation Types
|
Validation |
Example |
|
Whole Number |
Age 18–60 |
|
Decimal |
Discount 0–50 |
|
Date |
Date within 2026 |
|
Text Length |
Maximum 10 characters |
|
List |
Sales, HR, IT |
Drop-down Example
Create a list:
Sirsa, Hisar, Fatehabad, Abohar
Then use:
Data → Data Validation → Allow: List
Practice
Create an Employee Entry Form with drop-downs for:
- Department
- City
- Employment Type