For example, to select the cells on the right, we simply hold the Shift button and keep pressing the right arrow key. We simply hold Shift and press the same shortcut. The cell selection shortcuts are very similar to many of the navigation shortcuts. In this lesson, we'll learn how to select cells and ranges of cells with the keyboard. Precision: When you have a job that requires precision it is advisable that you use the keyboard.In the previous lesson, we learned how to navigate in Excel with the keyboard.

Complementarity: You can combine the advantages of using the keyboard with those of using the mouse.and reduce the fatigue your wrists and fingers. By alternating mouse and keyboard usage you can reduce the risks of R.S.I. Health benefits: Cutting down on your mouse usage by using keyboard shortcuts can help reduce the risks of RSI (Repetitive Syndrome Injury).Knowing the right shortcuts allows you to easily find the tab you need in less than a second. For example, when you are coding, writing reports or doing some research, it's common to end up juggling dozens of open tabs at once. Multitasking: Be a master at multitasking when needed.In other words, using keyboard shortcuts could save you a lot of time, it's easier and gets your job done faster. Efficiency: Many users find that using keyboard shortcuts for Excel helps them work more efficiently.

Why You Should be Using Keyboard Shortcuts For example: Ctrl+ A, you can press left Ctrl key or right Ctrl key.

The left and right side key on the keyboard perform the same function.

For example: Alt+ H, H means: Press and hold the Alt key and whilst holding it down, press and release the H key, then press and release the H key.

A comma sign (,) in a shortcut means that you need to press multiple keys in order.

For example: Ctrl+ Alt+ Del means: Press and hold the Ctrl key and the Alt key and whilst holding them down, press and release the Del key.

A plus sign (+) in a shortcut means that you need to press multiple keys at the same time.

Keys for other layouts might not correspond exactly to the keys on a US keyboard.

The shortcuts in this topic refer to the US keyboard layout.

Excel page down shortcut