Are you spending too much time navigating Google Sheets? Let's fix that.
This post is your go-to guide for Google Sheets keyboard shortcuts and formulas.
We've even got a one-pager PDF cheat sheet for you to download, so you can keep a summary of this vital information at your fingertips.
Why Keyboard Shortcuts and Formulas Matter
Manual data entry is time-consuming and prone to errors. Knowing the right shortcuts and formulas in Google Sheets can speed up your work, reduce mistakes, and make you more productive.
Want to jump to the beginning of a sheet? Use Ctrl + Home. Need to sum a range of cells? Just type =SUM(range). These are just teasers; there's more to cover.
Essential Google Sheets Hotkeys: Your Keyboard Shortcut Cheat Sheet
Why fumble with your mouse when you can blaze through tasks with hotkeys? This section serves as your keyboard shortcut cheat sheet for Google Sheets. Let's take a look at some of the most valuable ones:
F2: Edit active cell
Ctrl + Home: Jump to the first cell (A1)
Ctrl + B: Bold selected text
Ctrl + U: Underline selected text
Ctrl + I: Italicize selected text
Ctrl + C: Copy selected cell(s)
Ctrl + V: Paste into selected cell(s)
Ctrl + X: Cut selected cell(s)
Ctrl + Shift + V: Paste values only (skip formatting)
Ctrl + Z: Undo last action
Ctrl + A: Select all cells
Ctrl + Y: Redo last action
F4: Repeat last action
Ctrl + Space: Select entire column
Shift + Space: Select entire row
Ctrl + K: Insert hyperlink
Memorize these, and you're already ahead of the curve. And hey, if you want all this in an easy-to-read format, don't forget to download our one-pager hotkeys PDF at the end of this post.
Must-Know Google Sheets Formulas
Formulas are the magic spells of Google Sheets. They can turn raw data into meaningful information. Here are some fundamental formulas to know:
=SUM(range): Add up a range of cells
=Cell*Cell: Multiply two cells
=Cell/Cell: Divide one cell by another
=COUNT(range): Count the number of cells with numbers
=COUNTA(range): Count the number of cells with any content
=MAX(range): Find the maximum value in a range
=MIN(range): Find the minimum value in a range
=AVERAGE(range): Calculate the average of a range
=IF(condition, value if true, value if false): Apply conditional logic
=COUNTIF(range, criteria): Count cells based on criteria
=SUMIF(range, criteria, sum range): Sum cells based on criteria
=XLOOKUP(value, range, return range): Find and return data
=LEN(text): Find the length of text
=LEFT(text, #characters): Extract text from the beginning
=RIGHT(text, #characters): Extract text from the end
Remember, our one-pager formula PDF is also available for download, summarizing these essential formulas for quick reference.
Google Sheets Shortcut Keys PDF
Don't worry about memorizing all of these shortcuts and formulas at once. We've got you covered with a downloadable PDF.
This one-pager serves as both your keyboard shortcut cheat sheet and your formula guide that you can keep on your desktop or even print out for easy reference.
Tips for Memorizing Hotkeys and Formulas
While having a cheat sheet is great, memorizing these shortcuts and formulas will serve you well in the long run.
Start by incorporating one or two into your routine until they become second nature. Then add more as you become comfortable.
Challenge yourself to use only keyboard shortcuts for certain tasks or to apply a new formula in your next project. Consistent practice makes perfect.
Conclusion
You're now equipped with essential Google Sheets shortcuts and formulas to streamline your work.
These are valuable tools that can save you time and make your spreadsheet tasks more efficient. Don't forget to download our one-pager PDFs and keep leveling up your Google Sheets skills.
Ready to become a Google Sheets pro? Download our one-pager PDFs on essential keyboard shortcuts and must-know formulas.
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