You have selected multiple cells in Excel but need to remove one or two from the group. Starting your selection over from scratch is frustrating and wastes time. This happens because the default click action in Excel is to select a new range, not modify an existing one. This article explains how to use the … Read more
Many spreadsheets contain hidden barriers that make them difficult for people with disabilities to use. The Excel Accessibility Checker is a built-in tool that scans your workbook for these common issues. This article explains how to run the checker and fix problems like missing alt text and poor color contrast. You will learn to create … Read more
You start typing in an Excel cell and immediately realize you’ve made a mistake. Perhaps you entered data in the wrong cell or began a formula incorrectly. You need to discard the entry completely without affecting your worksheet. This happens when you are actively typing or editing a cell’s contents. The Escape key provides a … Read more
Workbooks with many worksheets can become difficult to manage. The sheet tabs at the bottom of the Excel window can shrink and scroll out of view. This article explains the built-in navigation tools Excel provides for this situation. You will learn several methods to quickly find and activate any sheet, regardless of how many tabs … Read more
You may see the wrong name appear on new comments and notes in your Excel workbook. This happens because Excel uses a default user name stored in its settings. This name is attached to every new annotation you create. This article explains how to update this setting for both modern comments and legacy notes. You … Read more
When using Excel on a tablet, you might find the interface elements are too small for your fingers. This happens because Excel defaults to a mouse-optimized layout. Excel has a dedicated Touch Mode that enlarges buttons and increases spacing. This article explains how to enable Touch Mode and switch back to Mouse Mode on your … Read more
You need to find a specific formula or learn how to complete a task in Excel. The Help feature provides instant access to official documentation and guidance. This built-in tool searches for functions, commands, and step-by-step instructions directly within the application. This article explains how to open and use the Help pane effectively to find … Read more
Your Excel interface may look too bright or too dull for your work environment. The application’s color theme controls the background and ribbon colors across all Office apps. This article explains how to switch between the Dark, White, and Colorful themes in Excel. Key Takeaways: Changing the Excel Color Theme File > Account > Office … Read more
You need to quickly find and select all empty cells or every cell containing a formula in a large Excel worksheet. Manually searching is slow and error-prone. Excel’s Go To Special feature provides a direct way to select cells based on specific criteria. This article explains how to use Go To Special to instantly select … Read more
You need to view different parts of the same Excel file at once. This is common when comparing data on separate sheets or checking formulas against their results. Excel’s View Side by Side feature only works with different files. This article explains how to open a single workbook in two separate application windows for true … Read more