📊Excel Shortcut

Clear Cell Contents

Detailed guide to use "Clear Cell Contents" in Excel

Shortcut Keys

The highlighted keys show where to press. Press the required keys together.

Windows

Windows shortcut: Delete

Mac

Mac shortcut: Delete

Basic Info

Category
Editing
Difficulty
☆☆(Beginner)

How to Use

  1. 1Select the target cell/range if needed
  2. 2Press the highlighted keys shown above together
  3. 3Clear Cell Contents is executed

Practice

Practice this shortcut and build reliable muscle memory.

Usage Tip

Remove values or formulas while keeping the formatting.

FAQ

What is the shortcut for Clear Cell Contents?

Windows: Delete. Mac: Delete.

How do I use Clear Cell Contents?

Use it after selecting the target cell or range to speed up edits and fixes.

What shortcuts should I practice after Clear Cell Contents?

Practice undo, format cells, and cell editing next and you can move through common Excel work much faster.

Where can I practice Clear Cell Contents?

Use the page button to start a focused drill right away. If you switch to full practice, you can review undo, format cells, and cell editing in the same flow.