The shortcut key to open the "Format Cells" dialog box in Excel is Ctrl + 1.
This shortcut provides quick access to various formatting options, allowing you to customize the appearance and behavior of your cells. Here's a breakdown of what you can do within the "Format Cells" dialog box:
- Number: Change the format of the data (e.g., currency, percentage, date).
- Alignment: Control the text alignment within the cell (e.g., horizontal, vertical, indentation).
- Font: Modify the font type, size, style (bold, italic, underline), and color. You can also use Ctrl+Shift+F or Ctrl+Shift+P specifically for font formatting.
- Border: Add or modify cell borders and colors.
- Fill: Change the background color of the cell.
- Protection: Lock or hide cells to protect them from unwanted changes.
By pressing Ctrl + 1, you can efficiently access all these options and customize your Excel spreadsheets to meet your specific needs.
