Using the same column in more than one sheet.

Delilah

I have one sheet created of active projects with columns such as project name and department. I need to create another sheet that will have mostly different information but the project list and departments are the same (both are drop downs). Instead of recreating these columns, can I reference these columns in the new list? This is not inserting a value based on a selection in the column of first sheet but having the same drop down lists in both sheets (one column in use on two sheets) so when a new item is added to the drop down of the project list in the first sheet, then it is shown as an option in the second sheet because essentially it is the same column. Does that make sense and can I do that?

Paul Newcome

You would have to do this manually or you would need to look into the add-on Data Mesh or Data Shuttle.

Andrée Starå

@Paul Newcome , it's only possible in Data Shuttle as far as I know.

Andrée Starå

@Delilah

You're more than welcome!

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Delilah

To add to this question, for those familiar with SharePoint, it is the same as creating a LookUp column. I assume the answer if possible is some type of formula. Any help with creating this formula would very appreciated.

Paul Newcome

You would have to do this manually or you would need to look into the add-on Data Mesh or Data Shuttle.

Andrée Starå

Hi @Delilah

I hope you're well and safe!

Unfortunately, it's not possible now, but it's an excellent idea!

Please submit an Enhancement Request when you have a moment.

Here's a possible workaround or workarounds

• I recently developed a centralized dropdown update solution for a client using the premium app, Data Shuttle.

Is that an option?

I hope that helps!

Have a fantastic week & Happy Holidays!

Best,

Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

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Paul Newcome

@Andrée Starå I may be remembering incorrectly, but isn't there an option within Data Mesh to update the dropdown lists, or am I thinking of Data Shuttle?

Andrée Starå

@Paul Newcome , it's only possible in Data Shuttle as far as I know.

Delilah

Thank you both for the answers. Disappointing it is only available with the add-ons. I don't know anything about either one mentioned. I'll look into them.

Paul Newcome

@Andrée Starå Thanks. I don't use Data Mesh as often, so I couldn't remember off the top of my head.

Delilah

Thank you both for the answers. Disappointing it is only doable with the add-ons. I don't know anything about either one mentioned. I'll look into them.

Andrée Starå

@Delilah

You're more than welcome!

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