Forum Discussion

mmserp_'s avatar
mmserp_
Copper Contributor
Feb 27, 2021

EXCEL Alt shortcut keys problem

A couple weeks ago I noticed that Alt+[key] navigation shortcuts started replacing cell contents with odd symbols or cell address instead. For example, Alt+[pg up] after navigating, I release the ke...
excel
mmserp_'s avatar
mmserp_
Copper Contributor
Feb 27, 2021

NikolinoDE 

I don't have a Tools menu in EXCEL. 

Topr row = File  Home  Insert  Draw  Page Layout  Formulas  Data  Review  View  Help

 

I do have a Table Tools ribbon when I click a cell in the table.

NikolinoDE's avatar
NikolinoDE
Gold Contributor
Feb 28, 2021

mmserp_ 

 

Show the ribbon

The Ribbon has multiple display options to fit your preferences, but with an errant click, you can unintentionally hide your Ribbon.

 

If the Excel ribbon is minimized so that only tab names are visible, do one of the following to get it back to a normal full display:

  • Press the ribbon shortcut Ctrl + F1.
  • Double-click on any ribbon tab to make the entire ribbon visible again.

Pin the ribbon. For this, click on any tab to temporarily view the ribbon.

A small pin icon will appear at the lower right corner in Excel 2016 and 2019 (the arrow in Excel 2013), and you click on it to always show the ribbon.

 

I would be happy to know if I could help.

 

Nikolino

I know I don't know anything (Socrates)

 

 

Resources