Do you find that using the keyboard is sometimes quicker than using your mouse? Shortcut keys can help you bypass menus and carry out commands directly. You can use shortcut keys in many ways with Excel, from accessing commands and toolbar buttons to outlining and editing information. Shortcut keys are sometimes listed next to the command name on menus. For example, on the Edit menu, the Copy command shows the shortcut CTRL+C.

For a comprehensive list of shortcuts, ask the Office Assistant for help. In Excel 2000 or any of the other Office 2000 applications, press F1 to display the Assistant, and then type shortcut keys in the text box. Here are some of the most useful Excel shortcut keys:

Additional resources

For more information about keyboard shortcuts in Excel 2000, see the following:

• One Excel 2000 keyboard shortcut everyone should know
• The best keyboard shortcuts for selecting data
• The best keyboard shortcuts for moving in a workbook
• The best keyboard shortcuts to use with functions and formulas
• The best keyboard shortcuts to speed your day

In addition, you can download the Office 2000 document, A List of Useful Shortcut Keys.