What is the shortcut for Cut?
Windows: Ctrl+X. Mac: Cmd+X.
📊Excel Shortcut
Cut
Detailed guide to use "Cut" in Excel
Shortcut Keys
The highlighted keys show where to press. Press the required keys together.
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Ctrl+X
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In Action
This shows a representative pseudo-Excel example of what happens after the shortcut runs. The actual Excel UI may differ slightly.
Windows Excel example (US key symbols). For Mac or other keyboard layouts, see the keys at the top of the page. Number formats may vary by region.
Auto-playing example
Active: B2Selection: B2:C3Sheet: Sheet1Step 1/4
You can scroll the sheet horizontally
↶↷BIUGeneral
Name Box
B2
Formula Bar
fx12◢ | A | B | C | D | E | F |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Item | Qty | Price | Total | Owner | Note |
| 2 | Pen | 12 | 80 | 960 | Aki | Rush |
| 3 | Pad | 6 | 120 | 720 | Mina | Review |
| 4 | File | 4 | 300 | 1200 | Ken | Done |
| 5 | Box | 3 | 450 | 1350 | Sora | Hold |
| 6 | Memo | Ready | 2026-03-28 |
Sheet1
Ready100%
Basic Info
- Category
- Copy & Paste
- Difficulty
- ★☆☆(Beginner)
How to Use
- 1Select the target cell/range if needed
- 2Press the highlighted keys shown above together
- 3Cut is executed
Practice
Practice this shortcut and build reliable muscle memory.
Usage Tip
Cut the selected cells or range.
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FAQ
How do I use Cut?
Use it after selecting the target cells to keep copy-and-paste work moving without reaching for the mouse.
What shortcuts should I practice after Cut?
Practice copy, paste, and cut next and you can move through common Excel work much faster.
Where can I practice Cut?
Use the page button to start a focused drill right away. If you switch to full practice, you can review copy, paste, and cut in the same flow.
What is the action preview for Cut?
A visual pseudo-Excel simulation showing the before and after state when you run the shortcut.