Dragging data is usually faster than using multiple-step procedures of copy/Paste and Cut/Paste. To move a selected range of data, drag any edge of the data to a new location. To copy a selected range of data, hold down the Ctrl key as you drag any edge of the data to a new location; release the mouse before the Ctrl key.
- [Voiceover] One of the most common kinds of…data manipulation you use in Excel…is copying data or moving data.…And although the process can be a two step process,…we can move data by cutting and pasting,…we can copy data by copying and pasting,…and sometimes, those techniques are appropriate.…At other times, it's gonna be a lot simpler and faster…simply to use the mouse to drag data.…Simple example here. I've got some information.…I want this to be farther down on the sheet.…I've got it highlighted. I'll just drag any edge.…
Maybe the bottom edge. I need it down at row 10.…I'll just drag it down there.…Could hardly be simpler or faster.…I'll change my mind. I'll move it back up here to row two.…Easily handled. I might have totals in here.…I don't just yet, so I'll highlight these cells…I'm using the Ctrl key to highlight these,…and a nice shortcut, Alt+=, put in totals there.…I'll readjust the column widths,…click in the upper left corner,…double click any column boundary,…and there we are. Got some totals.…
Author
Dennis Taylor
Released
4/21/2016The course then dives into data entry and editing techniques, formatting and drag-and-drop tricks, keyboard shortcuts for working with formulas, data management strategies, and chart tricks. Short on time? Make sure to check out the "10 Tiny Tips" chapter for a quick productivity boost.
- Entering today's date or time instantly
- Converting formulas to values with a simple drag
- Undoing and redoing with keyboard commands
- Accessing the Ribbon from the keyboard
- Creating split screens fast
- Navigating in workbooks quickly
- Selecting noncontiguous ranges
- Entering data more efficiently
- Dragging and dropping data
- Performing calculations without formulas
- Applying formatting with keyboard shortcuts
- Using database techniques to work with Excel data
- Working with charts, shapes, and linked images
Skill Level Beginner
Duration
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Introduction
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Welcome33s
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1. Top 10 Shortcuts
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Zoom in and out quickly3m 23s
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2. Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar Tips
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3. Display Shortcuts
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4. Navigation Shortcuts
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Navigate within worksheets7m 10s
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5. Selection Shortcuts
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6. Data Entry and Editing Shortcuts
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Accelerate data entry9m 54s
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Enhance editing tools3m 40s
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7. Drag and Drop Techniques
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8. Formula Shortcuts
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Create formulas rapidly6m 26s
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Use AutoSum shortcuts3m 53s
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Use rounding shortcuts5m 30s
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Generate random numbers5m 3s
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9. Operational Shortcuts
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Re-align imported text5m 44s
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10. Formatting Shortcuts
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11. Data Management Techniques
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12. Charting and Visual Object Tips
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13. Ten Tiny Tips
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Conclusion
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Goodbye33s
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