Introduction:
Mastering keyboard shortcuts is the secret sauce to becoming an Excel ninja. In this blog, we’ll unveil a collection of essential Excel shortcut hacks that will turbocharge your spreadsheet skills, making you more efficient and productive. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced user, these shortcuts will elevate your Excel game to new heights.
Table of Contents:
1. Navigation Shortcuts:
- Ctrl + Arrow Keys: Navigate quickly to the edge of data regions.
- Ctrl + Home/End: Move to the beginning or end of a worksheet.
2. Selection Tricks:
- Shift + Arrow Keys: Extend selection in the direction of the arrow.
- Ctrl + Shift + Arrow Keys: Select to the edge of data in a non-continuous manner.
3. Cell Formatting:
- Ctrl + B/I/U: Apply bold, italic, or underline formatting.
- Ctrl + 1: Open the Format Cells dialog for more formatting options.
4. Copy and Paste Magic:
- Ctrl + C/V/X: Copy, paste, or cut selected cells.
- Ctrl + Alt + V: Paste Special – unleash various paste options.
5. Formula Shortcuts:
- F2: Edit the active cell.
- Ctrl + `: Toggle between displaying cell values and formulas.
6. Managing Worksheets:
- Ctrl + PgUp/PgDn: Navigate between worksheets.
- Shift + F11: Insert a new worksheet.
7. Auto-Fill Marvels:
- Ctrl + R/D: Auto-fill right or down.
- Ctrl + Shift + “+”: Insert a new row above the selected cell.
8. Data Handling Shortcuts:
- Alt + E, S, V: Paste Special – Values.
- Ctrl + Shift + L: Turn on/off Filter.
9. Quick Calculations:
- Alt + =: AutoSum selected cells.
- Ctrl + `: Show formulas in cells.
10. Workbook Navigation:
– **Ctrl + Tab/Shift + Ctrl + Tab:** Switch between open workbooks.
– **Ctrl + W:** Close the current workbook.
11. Macro Shortcuts:
– **Alt + F8:** Open the Macro dialog.
– **Ctrl + Shift + “+”:** Insert a new sheet and copy the current sheet.
12. Zooming In and Out:
– **Ctrl + Mouse Scroll:** Zoom in/out for a better view.
– **Alt + W, Q:** Switch to Page Layout view.
