What is the shortcut for Refresh All?
Windows: Ctrl+Alt+F5. Mac: Cmd+Option+F5.
📊Excel Shortcut
Refresh All
Detailed guide to use "Refresh All" in Excel
Shortcut Keys
The highlighted keys show where to press. Press the required keys together.
Windows
Ctrl+Alt+F5
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Windows: Ctrl+Alt+F5
Mac
⌘+⌥+F5
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Mac: Cmd+Option+F5
Basic Info
- Category
- Other
- Difficulty
- ★★☆(Intermediate)
How to Use
- 1Select the target cell/range if needed
- 2Press the highlighted keys shown above together
- 3Refresh All is executed
Practice
Practice this shortcut and build reliable muscle memory.
Usage Tip
Refresh all data connections and queries.
Related Shortcuts
Close Workbook
Same categoryCtrl + W
Insert Cells/Rows/Columns
Same categoryCtrl + Shift + +
Delete Cells/Rows/Columns
Same categoryCtrl + -
Hide Row
Same categoryCtrl + 9
Hide Column
Same categoryCtrl + 0
Unhide Row
Same categoryCtrl + Shift + 9
Unhide Column
Same categoryCtrl + Shift + 0
Toggle AutoFilter
Same categoryCtrl + Shift + L
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FAQ
How do I use Refresh All?
Use it on the active workbook or selection to keep routine work keyboard-first.
What shortcuts should I practice after Refresh All?
Practice save, copy, and paste next and you can move through common Excel work much faster.
Where can I practice Refresh All?
Use the page button to start a focused drill right away. If you switch to full practice, you can review save, copy, and paste in the same flow.