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Old 01-28-2016, 07:19 AM
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Hi, it is possible to make to make a box whereby I can insert a choice of several answers each with its own shortcut code/key e.g

What type of valve is fitted?



~#A A bronze ball valve
~#B A steel ball valve
~#C A stainless steel ball valve
~#D A bronze globe valve
~#E A steel globe valve
~#F A stainless steel globe valve

Many thanks for your help
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You could add each of your strings to Word's Auto-correct facility so that, when you type:
~#A
for example, Word replaces it with:
A bronze ball valve
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That's a great idea Paul, I will look into how to do this.
Thanks for taking the time to reply, much appreciated.
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Hi, it is possible to make to make a box whereby I can insert a choice of several answers each with its own shortcut code/key e.g

What type of valve is fitted?

~#A A bronze ball valve
~#B A steel ball valve
~#C A stainless steel ball valve
~#D A bronze globe valve
~#E A steel globe valve
~#F A stainless steel globe valve

Many thanks for your help
Chris
I'm not sure I understand.
AutoCorrect has already been suggested.
AutoText would be another option. Take a look at the AutoTextList field.
AutoTextList field - How to add pop-up lists to any Word document, so you can click your way through changes in seconds
Automated Boilerplate Using Microsoft Word

It sounds as if you do not want a drop-down list but rather want context-sensitive shortcuts. If so, the AutoTextList field is about as close as Word comes.

If you want a drop-down list, there are several options available.

You might also want to look into using a custom dialog box, called a userform.
Create a Simple Userform
Create & Employ a Userform
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Thanks Charles, I'll check it out.
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