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How to add combo box in Excel 365

Anonymous
2025-04-08T22:26:24+00:00

I'm trying to add a combo box in Microsoft Excel 365 and can't find the option. I've used the help search bar nothing. Looked up how to add one and you need to use the developers tab but I don't have the either. Then searched how to find that. Apparently its hidden by default (weird but ok). Tried to find the 'customize ribbon' option but it's not there (see image attached). All I'm trying to do is add a combo box I don't know why this has become so complicated. If anyone knows what's going on then please let me know.

Microsoft 365 and Office | Excel | Other | Windows

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  1. EmilyS726 185.8K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2025-04-08T23:03:01+00:00

    Hello,

    You are not using the desktop version of Excel. Based on your screenshot, you are using the web version.

    The web version doesn't have all of the features.

    You do have the Microsoft 365 subscription right? If so, you can go to https://www.office.com Sign into your account, and click on Install Apps on the upper right to download the installer, then run the install file to install desktop app version.

    Once installed, look for Excel from your Windows Start menu, and you can use the following instruction to find the combo box.

    https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/add-...

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