Dynamic/Automatic Dropdowns.

Hello,

I am running a major sheet that is the core to the operational running of a Machinery Hire business.

All machines have an asset number/description which are currently all manually entered as a drop down so that each machine can be selected in forms and reports etc.

I need a simple way to be able to update a master list of machines to be included in this dropdown rather than having to manually adjust it everywhere each time a machine is added or sold out of the fleet.

Would really appreciate any ideas on how I can achieve this.

Thankyou in advance.

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Andrée Starå

Hi @Steve Richardson

I hope you're well and safe!

Unfortunately, it's not possible natively, 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 solution for a client where the Dropdown lists are kept updated using the premium app, Data Shuttle.
Another option would be using the Smartsheet API.

Is that an option?

I hope that helps!

Be safe and have a fantastic weekend!

Best,

Andrée Starå | Workflow Consultant / CEO @ WORK BOLD

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Danielle Wilson

@Steve Richardson we just released this functionality within table view!

https://community.smartsheet.com/discussion/143623/now-announcing-linked-dropdown-columns

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