How to Add a Drop-Down List in Smartsheet
- George Apostolov
How to Add a Drop-Down List in Smartsheet: step-by-step guide
Hover your mouse cursor over the column header you want to edit, then click its corresponding 'Column Menu' button.
Select 'Edit Column Properties' from the list of options.
After that, tap the 'Column Type' menu.
Pick 'Drop-down List' to proceed.
Subsequently, configure the value settings according to your preferences. Simply switch on the toggle button next to the function you wish to apply.
Come up with a list of values, then type them into the provided entry box.
Once done, tap 'OK'.
After completing these steps, a drop-down list will be added to your sheet.
Quick answer: To add a drop-down list in Smartsheet, open the column menu for the desired column and select Edit Column Properties. Next, choose Drop-down List from the Column Type menu, configure your value settings using the toggles, enter your list of values into the entry box, and click OK.
About this Smartsheet tutorial
Create custom drop-down lists in Smartsheet by editing column properties, selecting the drop-down type, and entering your preferred values. This guide shows how to add a Drop-Down List in Smartsheet in 8 steps, starting with "Hover your mouse cursor over the column header you want to edit, then click its corresp..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, a drop-down list will be added to your sheet". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Smartsheet interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add a Drop-Down List in Smartsheet?
8 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Smartsheet data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Smartsheet. Related guides: How to Add a Formula to a Column in Smartsheet, How to Add a Milestone in Smartsheet and How to Add a Parent Row in Smartsheet. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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