Best Excel Shortcut Keys: Changing Formula Bar and Ribbon to make Excel Sheet Full Screen

📒 In this episode of Best Excel Shortcut Keys you will learn the most useful shortcut keys for how to make an excel sheet full screen. You will learn how to change formula bar size and hide the entire ribbon menu in excel. The excel formula bar sits above the worksheet and changing the formula bar in excel is normally done with the mouse and is slow. You can make formula bar smaller in excel using the shortcut key CTRL+SHIFT+U and help make excel full screen. Using control shift U again will make the excel formula bar bigger. Changing the ribbon in excel is essential. To view full sheet in ms excel by hidding the ribbon use the keyboard shortcut CTRL and F1. If you can’t see the ribbon control F1 is one of the best ways to unhide hide the ribbon in Excel.

Using keyboard shortcuts in Excel is the best way to save time and improve speed using Excel. I have brought together the best shortcut keys in Excel in this video series, which aims to cover all Excel shortcut keys you ever need to know. Using CTRL shortcut keys in excel is far easier than using a mouse and will save you time and wrist strain. There are keyboard shortcuts in Excel for almost everything you need to do, and I will show you the best Excel shortcut keys so you don’t need to learn them all. Learn a new shortcut key for Excel every week with my Best Excel Shortcut Keys videos, and you will soon be a master at keyboard shortcuts for Excel with lots more time on your hands.

📖 Transcription
Sometimes the formula bar just won't fit the text you need in it, and so control shift U (CTRL+SHIFT+U) will expand the formula bar so you can read everything that's in there, whether it be a long formula or a long piece of text. And ctrl shift U (CTRL + SHIFT + U) again will close it. Also, if you want more space on your screen, control F1 (CTRL+F1) will collapse the ribbon, and now you see perhaps totals at the bottom, CTRL F1 (CTRL + F1) again, will put it back.

In this tutorial, I'll show you how to efficiently manage your Microsoft Excel interface, saving you time and streamlining your workflow. Throughout this video, we'll cover essential tips and tricks to enhance your Excel experience, ensuring you can focus on your tasks without unnecessary distractions.

Topics Covered:
1. Expanding the Formula Bar: Learn how to effortlessly expand the formula bar to accommodate lengthy formulas or text entries. By utilizing the Ctrl key along with the plus symbol (+), you can easily expand the formula bar to view its contents entirely. This feature ensures that no crucial information gets cut off, allowing for better readability and understanding of complex formulas.

2. Collapsing the Ribbon: Discover the Ctrl + F1 shortcut to collapse the ribbon, maximizing your screen space for improved visibility and concentration on your Excel worksheet. Whether you're working on large datasets or intricate calculations, this quick shortcut enables you to focus solely on your content without distractions. Regain control of your workspace with this simple yet effective technique.

By mastering these techniques, you'll unlock a new level of efficiency in your Excel workflow. Say goodbye to wasted time and frustration as you effortlessly navigate through your spreadsheets with precision and ease. Whether you're a seasoned Excel user or just starting out, these actionable steps will empower you to achieve tangible results in no time.

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[wayneedmondson]

Hi John.. great tips.. I use these every day. Thumbs up!!

[pradkhl]

Can we extend the size of formula bar because sometimes we have to put too many numbers especially in accounting ?