I need to have newly inserted rows auto-number upon insertion. I've searched
for any tips and the closest I can find is the List function on the Data
menu, but all it does for me is create a drop down sort option. Can anyone
give me any pointers. I'm fairly literate in excel, but seem to have a
'block' for this piece.

Thanks!!
--
Sherrill

Hi,

The solution depends on exactly how auto you want it. If you are willing to
copy a formal down then your formula would be

=MAX($A$1:$A1)+1

Enter 1 in cell A1. Enter the formula in A2 and copy it down as far as you
want. When you insert a row fill the formula to that row.

If this is not Auto enough you will need to consider VBA most likely.

If this helps, please click the Yes button

Cheers,
Shane Devenshire

"Sherrill" wrote:

> I need to have newly inserted rows auto-number upon insertion. I've searched
> for any tips and the closest I can find is the List function on the Data
> menu, but all it does for me is create a drop down sort option. Can anyone
> give me any pointers. I'm fairly literate in excel, but seem to have a
> 'block' for this piece.
>
> Thanks!!
> --
> Sherrill