VBA for using groups in a protected workbook

Rebro88

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Hi guys,

I'm currently in the process of creating a training matrix.
I designed the layout thinking I wouldn't need to go the lengths of protecting certain areas of the work sheets, but a colleague of mine has proven me wrong.
I protected the sheets not realising it would stop the groups from expanding / collapsing.
After a few google searches I found a needed a VBA code to make this work.

I have tried multiple codes that I have found online with some minor success. I have never used VBA's before so have no knowledge of how to structure the codes.
I am just providing my colleague with a blank layout and he will populate from there, copying the relevant worksheet depending on job role of the person he is adding.

Some of the issues I have come across with codes online are that they work fine when I have put them in but after closing and reopening they no longer work. I have also had some asking for a password when you open the workbook which isn't a suitable option.

Some of the worksheets do not need protecting and do not have groups I'm not sure if this makes any difference. I have un-selected locked on the cells I want my colleague to be able to enter data.
I would like to be able to expand and collapse groups in the protected worksheets.

Any help is much appreciated, I want to get this handed over so I have my weekends back.

Thanks,
Rebro88
 

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Tried a few more codes I found through google, can’t get them to work as I need.
can anyone help?
 
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