# How to Delete a Column in MS Excel

> To delete a column in Microsoft Excel, click the column heading of the specific column, right-click the selection to open the floating menu, and choose 'Delete Column' from the options to remove it instantly.

Canonical: https://livedemo.ai/tutorials/how-to-delete-a-column-in-ms-excel/
Apps: Excel
Updated: 2026-10-05
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## Steps

1. Inside your Microsoft Excel worksheet, find and click the column heading of the specific column you wish to delete.
2. After that, right-click on the selection to access the floating menu.
3. Choose 'Delete Column' from the list of options.
4. After completing these steps, the selected column will be deleted instantly.