You can edit the color theme and also select from various other options. This title will appear when no option is selected from the drop-down. A pop-up will appear where you can enter a title for the list. Since the drop-down list is empty, you must configure it by selecting properties under the controls section. Over there, click on the icon for "Drop-Down List Content Control." This icon looks like a drop-down list.Ī drop-down list will now appear under the question (where your cursor was placed). Under the developer menu, check out the controls section. You must then select developer from the menu option. Open a word document and place the cursor where you want the list to appear. You will see a developer option with a check box next to it. Under options, you must then click on the customize ribbon option. To enable the developer menu, you must click on open and then click on options at the bottom left of the menu. This is because the list is hidden and will be seen only after activating the menu. How To Add a Drop-down List in Microsoft Word?īefore adding a drop-down list, you must first enable the developer menu. When creating drop-down lists, it's important to consider how many options you want your users to have access to. Another reason for their use is when many options must be displayed in a single text box.ĭrop-down lists allow users to enter their selection by clicking on the one they wish to choose from the list. For example, they help display lists of items where each has its title and description.
It's a way to display a list of options in a text box so the user can select one option.ĭrop-down lists are used for a variety of reasons. ADVERTISEMENT What Does a Drop-down List in Word Do?Ī drop-down list is used in many different applications, including Microsoft Word.