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Can't select cell when sheet is protected

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    Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    I'm attaching an example sheet that comes from a multisheet workbook.

    Cell B4 is a drop down selection for currency. When the sheet is protected, I am unable to access this cell by mouse click. I must tab to it to access it. I don't have this issue with the same scenario on other sheets.

    Any ideas what setting I need to change?
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    Re: Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    Hi Steve...what's the Password?
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    Re: Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    Nothing to Unprotect the sheet.

    I uploaded a new file where the Macro edit password is PW.
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    Re: Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    Hi Steve

    Try this Code in the ThisWorkbook Module
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    Insert the Code, Save, Close. Open the Workbook...let me know of issues.

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    Re: Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    Same issue. I uploaded the resultant file. Please check to see that I entered the code correctly. Thanks.
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    Re: Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    I deleted the row with the unresponsive cell and re-entered. It now works like it should.

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    Re: Can't select cell when sheet is protected

    Glad you got it sorted.

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