How to Convert Columns to Rows in Microsoft Excel
- George Apostolov
How to Convert Columns to Rows in Microsoft Excel: step-by-step guide
Highlight the column(s) you want to convert to rows.
Right-click and select Copy, or press
Ctrl + C.Click on the cell where you want to paste the data as rows, right-click, and under Paste Options, select the Transpose icon (a clipboard with a rotating arrow).
Your column data will now be converted to rows!
Quick answer: To convert columns to rows in Microsoft Excel, highlight the desired columns, copy them using right-click or Ctrl + C, select the target cell, and use the Transpose icon under Paste Options to paste the data as rows.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Transform vertical data into horizontal layouts in Microsoft Excel by copying columns and pasting them using the transpose option. This guide shows how to convert Columns to Rows in Microsoft Excel in 4 steps, starting with "Highlight the column(s) you want to convert to rows" and finishing with "Your column data will now be converted to rows!". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Microsoft interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to convert Columns to Rows in Microsoft Excel?
4 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Microsoft data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Microsoft and Excel. Related guides: How to Convert Excel to Microsoft Access, How to Copy a Plan in Microsoft Planner and How to Copy and Paste Cell Content in Microsoft Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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