Insert chart in the worksheet (using selected data)

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Charting Shortcuts Alt + F1 ⌘ + Option + F1

How to Use This Shortcut

Keyboard Shortcut
Alt + F1
Instructions
1. Select the data you want to chart
2. Press Alt + F1
3. Excel will insert a default chart directly into the worksheet
Keyboard Shortcut
⌘ + Option + F1
Instructions
1. Highlight the data for the chart
2. Press Command + Option + F1
3. A default chart will be created inside the worksheet
💡 Pro Tip: This is the fastest way to create a chart without using the Ribbon menu.