Essential Microsoft Excel Shortcuts

Essential Microsoft Excel Shortcuts

Mastering Excel shortcuts can dramatically increase your efficiency. Here are some of the most useful ones:

Basic Navigation

  • Ctrl+A: Select all cells
  • Ctrl+Home: Go to the beginning of the worksheet
  • Ctrl+End: Go to the last used cell
  • Ctrl+Left Arrow: Move to the beginning of the row
  • Ctrl+Right Arrow: Move to the end of the row
  • Ctrl+Up Arrow: Move to the beginning of the column
  • Ctrl+Down Arrow: Move to the end of the column
  • PgUp: Scroll up one page
  • PgDn: Scroll down one page

Editing and Formatting

  • Ctrl+C: Copy
  • Ctrl+V: Paste
  • Ctrl+X: Cut
  • Ctrl+Z: Undo
  • Ctrl+Y: Redo
  • F2: Edit cell
  • Ctrl+B: Bold
  • Ctrl+I: Italics
  • Ctrl+U: Underline

Formulas and Functions

  • Alt+=: AutoSum
  • Ctrl+Shift+~: Toggle between numbers and formulas

Saving and Opening

  • Ctrl+S: Save
  • Ctrl+O: Open
  • Ctrl+N: New workbook

Additional Tips

  • Ribbon Shortcuts: Press Alt to display key tips, allowing you to access ribbon commands using keyboard shortcuts.
  • Custom Shortcuts: Customize keyboard shortcuts to suit your preferences.
  • Practice Regularly: Consistent use is key to mastering shortcuts.

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