Protecting/Locking cells

I use excel to make forms. I like to lock a cell that has a descriptive so that the user can just tab thru to to cells that require their imput. I am thrilled with all the customization Numbers will give me for the look of the these forms. But I can not find anything in the documentaion about locking cells or protecting the sheet. Does anyone one know if this exists? I would love to put Excel away (as I have with Wrok) and use Numbers instead.

Hi Msredhd,
Welcome to Numbers discussions.
At present locking cells and locking the entire work sheet isn't supported. Please send a message to the Numbers team. Click Numbers then Provide Numbers Feedback. The more of us that request it the more likely it will be offered.
Sincerely,
RicD

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Protect The Cells in the Excel Sheet Even After giving the password.

Hi All,
I need to protect the cells in the report even after unprotecting the sheet after giving password.
That is, i have used some excel formulas in some cells, these cells are to be protected.
In Reports using EVDRE all the cells are getting, "Locked" option selected in the Protection tab by default. Even if we change that Option and refresh the sheet Locked is getting selected again.
So once we Protect the sheet using password all cells are getting locked. But once we remove password all cells are free to enter.
I want the user of the Sheet to use only certain columns in the Sheet. and all the other columns should not be user editable.
Please help me out in solving this issue.
Thanks in Advance,
Regards,
G.Vijaya Kumar

Hi Vijaya,
I tested in my test environment and even after refresh , the range cells are still editable, they didnt get locked. I did the following:
1. Selected the range or column in Excel, then Tools - Protection - Allow users to edit range. I selected the range and gave the password.
2. Next I protected the complete sheet.
3. Now entire sheet is protected. Now again I selected the range in which I want to edit, first time it will ask for password which you gave for the range. So I gave and I was able to edit the cells.
4. I selected other cells and was not able to edit it so they are still locked.
5. I tried to refresh the report , and then I selected the range cells to edit and still I was able to edit it. Those cells didnt get locked.
So did you do the same things?
Thanks.

How to protect Excel cells while allowing VBA to modify them?

I want to allow users to modify inputs in some Unlocked cells and have the other cells update accordingly. I also want to prevent users from clobbering those other cells, so those are Locked.
Protect Sheet allows ordinary formulas in Locked cells to execute but, by default, prevents VBA functions from executing when their input cells are modified. So, after consulting the
Excel 2013 developer reference's descriptions of the Worksheet.Protect method and
Worksheet object, I added these statements to my initialization routine:
Worksheets(1).Activate
ActiveSheet.Protect "", UserInterfaceOnly = True
The 2nd statement enables Protect Sheet with a null password successfully, but the UserInterfaceOnly setting isn't having the effect I expected, i.e., allowing the VBA functions to execute when their input cells are changed. (I've noticed it seems to enable
the Allow Users to Edit Objects protection option.)
I also tried := True, but that doesn't help.

The function fails because you cannot change characteristics of a chart in a worksheet function. A worksheet function can only return a value to the cell that contains the formula.
You can use the Worksheet_Change event to modify the chart instead. The function can be simplified to
Function Show_RGB(Y, u, v, Swatch) As Variant
Dim R As Single, G As Single, B As Single
On Error GoTo ErrHandler
R = R_from_Yuv(Y, u, v)
G = G_from_Yuv(Y, u, v)
B = B_from_Yuv(Y, u, v)
Show_RGB = Array(R, G, B) ' Allow <0 and >255 in spreadsheet
ExitHandler:
Exit Function
ErrHandler:
MsgBox Err.Description, vbExclamation
Resume ExitHandler
End Function
The Worksheet_Change event procedure in the worksheet module:
Private Sub Worksheet_Change(ByVal Target As Range)
Dim R As Single, G As Single, B As Single, Swatch As Integer
Dim rng As Range
On Error GoTo ErrHandler
If Not Intersect(Range("B3:D14"), Target) Is Nothing Then
Worksheets(1).Unprotect
For Each rng In Intersect(Range("B3:D14"), Target)
R = Cells(rng.Row, 5)
G = Cells(rng.Row, 6)
B = Cells(rng.Row, 7)
Swatch = rng.Row - 2
R = WorksheetFunction.Max(0, (WorksheetFunction.Min(255, R))) ' ...avoid runtime error when changing displayed color
G = WorksheetFunction.Max(0, (WorksheetFunction.Min(255, G)))
B = WorksheetFunction.Max(0, (WorksheetFunction.Min(255, B)))
With Worksheets(1).ChartObjects(6).Chart.SeriesCollection(1)
.Points(Swatch).MarkerBackgroundColor = RGB(R, G, B)
.DataLabels(Swatch).Font.Color = RGB(R, G, B)
End With
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ExitHandler:
Worksheets(1).Protect
Exit Sub
ErrHandler:
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Locking Cells in Numbers (Almost!)

While there's no real way to lock cells in the current version of Numbers, I put a little trick in place that at least keeps people from clicking on the cells to edit them (they can still move into the cells with the arrow keys).
1. Use the menu Insert > Shape > Rectangle and then position the shape so it covers the cells you want to "protect."
2. Open the Inspector and go to the Graphic tab and make sure Color Fill is chosen. The rectangle should be hiding your cells. Now use the slide at the bottom of the Inspector and set the Opacity to 0% so your cells show through.
3. Under the Arrange menu choose Lock to keep the rectangle from moving.
Now when people click on the cells they're actually clicking on the invisible rectangle and the cells don't get selected.
Like I said, it's not what we'd all like, but it gets us part way there -- if it's useful for you, you're welcome. =:)
Jay Jennings

John and Jay,
This is a very common complaint and perhaps you've already done this: but if not, be sure to go to Menu: Numbers > Provide Numbers Feedback. The more requests for a certain feature the Numbers techs get, the more likely they are to include it in the next upgrade.
pw

Tab past locked cells in numbers?

does anyone know if you can lock individual cells in numbers? i need to be able to navigate from unlocked cell to unlocked cell avoiding all locked cells.
it's easy in excel, we use complex vlookup formulas that return information to other cells and need to protect those formula cells from accidental deletion. protecting cells is also a nice way to limit tabbed navigation to unprotected cells only.
does anyone know if i can do this with numbers, can't seem to find anything that suggest it can do it.
thanks...

Apparently cell locking is not supported. From Macworld's review:
"There are also quite a few power user features missing from Numbers, such as custom number formats, pivot tables, cell naming, *cell locking*, password protection, splitting windows, and text orientation within a cell, among others."
http://www.macworld.com/2007/08/reviews/numbers08/index.php

Any way to protect table cells? Prevent table modification?

I have Pages word processing document that contains a two-column label (it's a grading rubric, if you care). The left column labels the data. The right column contains numerical scores and a few cells that sum these up to create subtotals and a grand total.
Problem: how to protect the cells that should never be edited, such as the four (in this case) which contain formulas?
Additional problem: I have the left column set to "Return key moves to next cell." This works fine. But, if you accidently press the tab key, you end up creating another column. So, is there a way to protect the structure of the table?
Thanks,
James

There is no way to protect some cells of a table.
The only feature available is : lock the entire table.
_Go to "Provide Pages Feedback" in the "Pages" menu_, describe what you wish.
Then, cross your fingers, and wait _at least_ for iWork'11
Yvan KOENIG (VALLAURIS, France) mercredi 28 avril 2010 07:44:05

Protect individual Cells?

Can you protect individual cells? I am trying to make an invoice. I want to make sure that when values are entered in a cell that they can not be changed, but you can change the quantity etc.
I know I can do in excel, but I am trying to convert my business to mac. I really need this to work on my mac as well as my Ipad. Help!

Protection ("Lock") can be set for only a whole table, not for individual cells.
One workaround is to use one table only for calculations, including transfers of values from a second table, used exclusively for data entry.
With some planning, it may be possible to incorporate both tables into a single invoice page.
OTOH, the ability to lock individual cells on a table seems a likely goal for a Feature Enhancement request. Go to the Application menu ("Numbers") in Numbers, and choose Provide Numbers Feedback. Be prepared to wait until at least the next version of Numbers to see any results.
Regards,
Barry

Lock cell in numbers

Hi -
I am using iWork09 - Is there a way to lock cells in numbers (calulated cells for eg), this in order to protect a user from inadvertently removing links, references etc ?
many thanks

x,
In Numbers we may lock an entire table, but not selected cells. The best way to accomplish your objective is to place all your calculations in one locked table and your inputs in another, unlocked, table.
Jerry

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How do I lock cells in Numbers? I'm trying to create a spread sheet that will have unused cells and I want to lock them so my associates don't accidentally fill them in and cause the finished product to look muddled.

Wayne,
I previously could lock tables in my Numbers tables in my Spreadsheets by tapping the top left corner and it would show up as an option to lock it. As of Numbers 2.0 (noticed today), I get the option to unlock tables, but not to relock them after making the corrections.
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How to lock cells in BPC

Hi,
I am developing a BPC solution for client. I have a requirement to lock certain cells so that user is not able to enter/change any values in these cells. I don't want to lock the entire sheet. Please advise if you've resolved similar requirement.
Thanks,
Raman

Hi,
I'd also need to use Excel's data validation feature in a BPC input schedule--not to lock specific cells from user input, as in this example, but to allow users only to choose from a list of values.
Unfortunately, validation is not copied in data cells when expanding. All the rest is copied--formats, values, formulas. Only validation seems to have this problem.
What should I do to have validation being copied during expansion?
I am on BPC NW 7.5.
Thanks,
Davide
* UPDATE
I've solved this issue. The solution is described here:
http://scn.sap.com/thread/3209213
VaraPrasadraju Potturi wrote:
Hi,
Try Excel Data Validation to lock cells from editing.
eg: Only ACTUAL cols has to be locked.
     A     B     C     D
1     ACTUAL     ACTUAL     BUDGET BUDGET
2
3
4
Step 1:
   Select cell A2
Step 2:
On the Data menu, click Validation. From Settings tab select Custom as Allow and maintain Formula as =IF(A1="ACTUAL",0,1)
Step 3:
Goto Error Alert tab, Select style as Stop give title as Error and Error message as "ACTUAL Data cannot be changed"
Step 4:
   Click OK.
If Expansion is ON in your report/input schedule just maintain validation as above in first data cell and select Expand all to get copied into remaining all data cells .
hope it helps...
regards,
Raju
Message was edited by: Davide Cavallari

LOCKING CELLS IN "NUMBERS"

I am new to Apple and am working in a spreadsheet in 'Numbers" I have tried to lock cells and tables and spreadsheets. The solution provided by "Help" does not work as the "Arrange - Lock" function is greyed out. It seems odd that there are explanations within Help that do not work. What am I doing wrong?

Chris2929 wrote:
Where do I find it?
Chris,
Your post has been moved to the proper discussion area. For future reference, go to All Content/Communities > iWork.
Numbers, like the other iWork apps, has a great free User Guide. You can download if from the Help menu of Numbers.
You will find that a Table can be locked, but a smaller portion of a table can't be locked. Since you can have manu tables per sheet, the best thing to do is to put those things that need to be locked in separate tables from the things that can't be locked.
Arrange > Lock
Jerry

Password Protected Locked Layer?

As a photographer, we are very protective of our creations. I have an image that I took for a client, that needs some Photoshop clean-up work, that will probably take me 15~30 minutes to complete, and I plan on billing my client for my labor. However, when I mentioned this work to my client, they told me that they can't afford my price (which isn't that much), and that they'd like to have a family member who is a "Photoshop expert" do the work, instead of me, and then give me the image, so that I can send it to my lab for printing. I can't imagine having the image out of my control, where it could be printed by them, posted to Facebook or shared with others, so this option really doesn't sit very well with me!
I like to do what I can to make my clients happy, but may not be able to in this instance. However, what I was thinking, although I believe that I already know the answer, is adding a password protected, locked layer with my low opacity watermark over the image. Unfortunately, I can't think of anyway to achieve this password protecting of a layer. Sure I can lock a layer, but it can be turned off at will.
Can any one out there think of any other options or solutions, that will allow me to give my image to a client, and ensure that my watermark/copyright remain visible on the image during the entire time that they're editing it?

We can only make conclusions based on what little you have described. GIGO.
We're only left to addressing the foolishness of the shoot as there is nothing that can further be said about a ridiculous hope of software. Do we recognize the silliness in supposing that you could supply a file that is both editable and not editable?
Adobe already offers some security options in PDF files (preventing copying, printing, editing, opening, etc), which are easily defeated. Hold your breath to wait for this stunningly ineffective technology to make it to other Adobe apps.
As this is such an issue for you, it may be time to reevaluate the business model of prints as a significant portion of your service. Home computers and Walmart's in-store photo printer have replaced most of your service, even if you forced the client to sign a piece of paper vowing not to duplicate. Photographers really need to focus on and charge appropriately for the craft of photography (like employing guards on windy, rainy days) and not try to be intellectual property managers for an end product that they really cannot control anymore.
You can enter feature requests here and then wait a year or so for the release cycle. How soon does your client need prints?

Locking cell references in Pages 2 tables... "$" works...

One thing I haven't found any documentation on (I'll admit, it might be there, I just haven't yet found it) is that you can lock cell references in Pages 2 using "$", so that when you auto fill a column or row, it won't automatically change a particular cells reference if it is marked accordingly. if cell C1 is "=$A$1+B1" and is autofilled down column C, the calculation will be
C1=$A$1+B1,
C2=$A$1+B2,
C3=$A$1+B3
etc.... A1 is locked, while the B cell references change as expected.
As I said, maybe it's there and I'm just looking in the wrong spot.
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yes, i think all dedicated spreadsheet programs do. but with the limitations that are in the tables ability (such as very basic arguments, the ones available being documented), it is a handy way of avoiding a lot of necessary filling, and can allow more complex tables to be built. look forward to more incorporated in Pages 3 with Apple apparently releasing a dedicated spreadsheet program with iWork.
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Rcvd message re: locked cells while trying to edit a field in my form

I'm trying to edit a field in my form and keep receiving the following message:
"Something unexpected happened and your request could not be completed. Please try again. Why? Some of the cells you have selected are locked. What Can You Do? Unlock the locked cells."
I've been able to edit all of the other fields/cells in this form except for this one. How do I unlock a cell? I searched through all of the options while in the design mode for this field and can't find anything related to locking or unlocking cells.

Found the answer here: View Responses
The issue was with the cell in the table of the view responses tab, not in the design of the form field.

Protect the cell from editing (MS Project)

is it possible to protect the cell from editing (Gantt Chart view)?
I try to do it through the event Application_ProjectBeforeTaskChange and setting Cancel to true
which method is called when the edit cell and press the ESC?

Hi,
Thanks for posting in MSDN forum.
This forum is for developers discussing issues about
apps for Office. Since the issue is more relative to Project developing, I would like to move it to
Project Customization and Programming forum to get more effective response.
Thanks for your understanding.
Best regards
Fei
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