41 - SharePoint Form Validation Tutorial | Prevent Blank Fields with List Validation

Learn how to add form validation in SharePoint lists to ensure users don’t leave important fields blank. In this tutorial, we’ll walk through a real-world scenario using a Repair Shops list where the Affiliation field must be filled in if the Shop Type is set to “Affiliated.” You’ll see how to configure validation settings, write formulas, and display clear error messages when users forget to enter required information. Perfect for anyone managing SharePoint lists and looking to improve data accuracy! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 – Form without validation 00:00:41 – Adding row validation 👉 By the end of this tutorial, you’ll know how to: Open SharePoint list settings and navigate to validation options. Write a conditional formula for validating fields. Create user-friendly error messages for better clarity. Test validation to ensure it works as expected.