{"id":103,"date":"2022-12-27T02:02:27","date_gmt":"2022-12-26T19:02:27","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/example.com\/?p=103"},"modified":"2022-12-27T02:02:27","modified_gmt":"2022-12-26T19:02:27","slug":"insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Insert A Drop-Down Calendar In Excel 365: A Comprehensive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"387480d42754320bb6f0e83bf7886d44\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\">\r\n\tatOptions = {\r\n\t\t'key' : '4a1f1119f949a4af74d56b8a3af8b867',\r\n\t\t'format' : 'iframe',\r\n\t\t'height' : 250,\r\n\t\t'width' : 300,\r\n\t\t'params' : {}\r\n\t};\r\n\tdocument.write('<scr' + 'ipt type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"http' + (location.protocol === 'https:' ? 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Contents<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-6589396405e6e\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 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href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#How_to_Insert_a_Drop-Down_Calendar_in_Excel_365\" title=\"How to Insert a Drop-Down Calendar in Excel 365\">How to Insert a Drop-Down Calendar in Excel 365<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Step_1_Open_Excel_365\" title=\"Step 1: Open Excel 365\">Step 1: Open Excel 365<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Step_2_Insert_a_Date_Picker_Control\" title=\"Step 2: Insert a Date Picker Control\">Step 2: Insert a Date Picker Control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Step_3_Customize_the_Date_Picker_Control\" title=\"Step 3: Customize the Date Picker Control\">Step 3: Customize the Date Picker Control<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Step_4_Link_the_Date_Picker_Control_to_a_Cell\" title=\"Step 4: Link the Date Picker Control to a Cell\">Step 4: Link the Date Picker Control to a Cell<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Step_5_Test_the_Drop-Down_Calendar\" title=\"Step 5: Test the Drop-Down Calendar\">Step 5: Test the Drop-Down Calendar<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Question_and_Answer\" title=\"Question and Answer\">Question and Answer<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Q_Can_I_customize_the_appearance_of_the_drop-down_calendar\" title=\"Q: Can I customize the appearance of the drop-down calendar?\">Q: Can I customize the appearance of the drop-down calendar?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Q_Can_I_insert_multiple_drop-down_calendars_in_one_worksheet\" title=\"Q: Can I insert multiple drop-down calendars in one worksheet?\">Q: Can I insert multiple drop-down calendars in one worksheet?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Q_Can_I_use_the_drop-down_calendar_in_Excel_365_for_Mac\" title=\"Q: Can I use the drop-down calendar in Excel 365 for Mac?\">Q: Can I use the drop-down calendar in Excel 365 for Mac?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/w2.geleleger.nl\/edcyh-insert-drop-down-calendar-in-excel-365-plgjw\/#Conclusion\" title=\"Conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Introduction\"><\/span>Introduction<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> Microsoft Excel 365 is one of the most popular spreadsheet programs used by businesses, individuals, and organizations worldwide. One of the most useful and time-saving features in Excel 365 is the ability to insert a drop-down calendar. This feature allows you to select dates easily, without the need for manual entry. In this article, we will discuss how to insert a drop-down calendar in Excel 365. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Use_a_Drop-Down_Calendar_in_Excel_365\"><\/span>Why Use a Drop-Down Calendar in Excel 365?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> Using a drop-down calendar in Excel 365 has several advantages. It saves time by eliminating the need for manual entry and reduces the risk of errors. It also makes it easier to select dates, especially if you need to select dates frequently. Additionally, it ensures that all the dates in the spreadsheet are formatted consistently, making it easier to read and understand the data. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Insert_a_Drop-Down_Calendar_in_Excel_365\"><\/span>How to Insert a Drop-Down Calendar in Excel 365<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> To insert a drop-down calendar in Excel 365, follow these simple steps: <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_1_Open_Excel_365\"><\/span>Step 1: Open Excel 365<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Open Excel 365 on your computer. Once it is open, select the worksheet where you want to insert the drop-down calendar. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_2_Insert_a_Date_Picker_Control\"><\/span>Step 2: Insert a Date Picker Control<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Click on the Developer tab and select &#8220;Insert&#8221; from the Controls group. Under the &#8220;Form Controls&#8221; section, click on the &#8220;Date Picker&#8221; control. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_3_Customize_the_Date_Picker_Control\"><\/span>Step 3: Customize the Date Picker Control<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Right-click on the date picker control and select &#8220;Format Control&#8221; from the menu. In the &#8220;Format Control&#8221; dialog box, select the &#8220;Control&#8221; tab and customize the settings as per your requirements. You can choose the date format, start and end dates, and other options. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_4_Link_the_Date_Picker_Control_to_a_Cell\"><\/span>Step 4: Link the Date Picker Control to a Cell<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Click on the &#8220;Properties&#8221; button in the &#8220;Format Control&#8221; dialog box and select the &#8220;Cell Link&#8221; option. Choose the cell where you want to display the selected date. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Step_5_Test_the_Drop-Down_Calendar\"><\/span>Step 5: Test the Drop-Down Calendar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Save the changes and test the drop-down calendar by selecting a date from the calendar. The selected date should appear in the designated cell. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Question_and_Answer\"><\/span>Question and Answer<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Can_I_customize_the_appearance_of_the_drop-down_calendar\"><\/span>Q: Can I customize the appearance of the drop-down calendar?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Yes, you can customize the appearance of the drop-down calendar by changing the font, color, and other visual settings in the &#8220;Format Control&#8221; dialog box. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Can_I_insert_multiple_drop-down_calendars_in_one_worksheet\"><\/span>Q: Can I insert multiple drop-down calendars in one worksheet?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Yes, you can insert multiple drop-down calendars in one worksheet by following the same steps as above. Just make sure to link each date picker control to a separate cell. <\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Q_Can_I_use_the_drop-down_calendar_in_Excel_365_for_Mac\"><\/span>Q: Can I use the drop-down calendar in Excel 365 for Mac?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p> Yes, you can use the drop-down calendar in Excel 365 for Mac by following the same steps as above. However, the interface may look slightly different on a Mac computer. <\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p> Inserting a drop-down calendar in Excel 365 is a simple and useful feature that can save you time and reduce errors. By following the steps outlined in this article, you can easily insert a drop-down calendar in your Excel 365 worksheet. If you have any questions or need further assistance, don&#8217;t hesitate to reach out to Microsoft support or consult the Excel 365 help resources. <\/article>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<section>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Excel Add Calendar Drop Down Into A Template Free Calendar Template\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.calendarhuzz.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/insert-date-picker-drop-down-menu-in-excel-2020-calendar-excel-add-calendar-drop-down-into-a-template.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>calendarhuzz.net<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Create a Dynamic Monthly Calendar in Excel 365 Using Formulas\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/excelmee.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/drop-down-with-month-names.jpg\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>excelmee.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Insert Drop Down Calendar In Excel Without Date Picker CALNDA\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/cdn.ablebits.com\/_img-lp18\/excel-date-picker-lp18\/3-see-the-date-difference.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>calnda.blogspot.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Insert Drop Down Calendar In Excel 365 64 Bit CALNDA\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/social.technet.microsoft.com\/Forums\/getfile\/995201\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>calnda.blogspot.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"How to insert a drop down calendar in excel 2016 autosfalas\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.calendaron2017.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/excel-calendar-part-2-change-this-limited.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>autosfalas.weebly.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Insert Calendar In Excel Calendar Template 2023\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/cbscalendaryo.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/01\/calendar_office_add_5.png\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>cbscalendaryo.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Easy How To Add Drop Down Dates In Excel Calendar Template 2022\" src=\"https:\/\/i2.wp.com\/www.calendaron2017.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/easily-insert-and-edit-dates-in-excel-with-the-popup-calendar.jpg\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>calendaron2017.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<aside><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Perfect Inserting A Dropdown Calendar In Excel Name tag templates\" src=\"https:\/\/i.pinimg.com\/originals\/84\/6a\/39\/846a39c48e0265ab13847f3d5d7449e3.jpg\" width=\"100%\" style=\"margin-right: 8px;margin-bottom: 8px;\" \/><small>Source: <i>www.pinterest.com<\/i><\/small><\/aside>\n<\/section>\n<!--CusAds0-->\n<div style=\"font-size: 0px; height: 0px; line-height: 0px; margin: 0; padding: 0; clear: both;\"><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Excel Add Calendar Drop Down Into A Template Free Calendar Template from calendarhuzz.net Introduction Microsoft Excel 365 is one of the most popular spreadsheet programs used by businesses, individuals, and organizations worldwide. 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