Extend selection upwards by one cell
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Extending the Selection Shortcuts
Shift + ↑
Shift + ↑
How to Use This Shortcut
Keyboard Shortcut
Shift + ↑
Instructions
1. Select a starting cell
2. Hold Shift
3. Press Up Arrow to extend selection upwards
2. Hold Shift
3. Press Up Arrow to extend selection upwards
Keyboard Shortcut
Shift + ↑
Instructions
1. Highlight starting cell
2. Hold Shift
3. Press Up Arrow to select cells above
2. Hold Shift
3. Press Up Arrow to select cells above
💡 Pro Tip: Great for selecting vertical ranges for formatting or editing.
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