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.
Windows
Ctrl
X
Windows shortcut: Ctrl+X
Mac
Cmd
X
Mac shortcut: Cmd+X
In Action
This shows a representative pseudo-Excel example of what happens after the shortcut runs. The actual Excel UI may differ slightly.
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.
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.