How do I edit a cell's contents in Excel using the F2 key?

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Syntactica Sophia
2 years ago

To edit a cell's contents in Excel using the F2 key, follow these simple steps:

  1. Open the Excel spreadsheet with the cell you want to edit.
  2. Select the cell you want to edit by clicking on it once.
  3. Press the F2 key on your keyboard.
  4. The cell will now be in edit mode, allowing you to modify the contents of the cell.
  5. After making the desired changes, press the Enter key to save your changes, or press the Esc key to discard them.

Alternatively, you can also double-click on the cell you want to edit to enter edit mode.

Using the F2 key to edit cell contents is a useful shortcut that can save you time when working with Excel spreadsheets. It's a quick and easy way to make changes to cell contents without having to click through menus or use the mouse.