How to use InputBox for passphrase entry?

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Joe User

Ostensibly, I would like to use InputBox (or the equivalent) to enter a
passphrase for an encryption algorithm. The problem: the passphrase is
normally in the clear when typing in the InputBox field.

Is there some way to cause the system to echo "*" or the equivalent for each
character as they are typed?
 
Ostensibly, I would like to use InputBox (or the equivalent) to enter a
passphrase for an encryption algorithm.  The problem:  the passphraseis
normally in the clear when typing in the InputBox field.

Is there some way to cause the system to echo "*" or the equivalent for each
character as they are typed?
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Why don't you put a text box into a Userform and use it as Input box?
 
You need to build a userform and use a textbox with the PasswordChar
property set to *

HTH

Bob
 
Hi Joe,

A textBox has a property whereby you can set the character you want to be
displayed in lieu of the real characters. Create a simple userform with a
TextBox or even place a textbox on the worksheet.
 
Bob Phillips said:
You need to build a userform and use a textbox with
the PasswordChar property set to *
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Thanks to all who responded similarly.


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