How to insert multiple rows in microsoft excel
- George Apostolov
How to insert multiple rows in microsoft excel: step-by-step guide
Open the file you wish to edit and add a row or series of rows.
Highlight the cells where you intend to insert the row.
Click the bottom corner of the cell, then hold down the "Shift" key on your keyboard.
While holding down the 'Shift' key, highlight the number of rows you want to insert, then release the key.
Edit the cells accordingly.
Quick answer: To insert multiple rows in Excel, open your file and highlight the intended cells. Click the bottom corner of the cell, hold the Shift key, highlight the desired number of rows to insert, release the key, and edit the cells accordingly.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Add multiple rows quickly in Microsoft by highlighting cells, holding Shift, and dragging. Follow these steps to edit your spreadsheet. This guide shows how to insert multiple rows in microsoft excel in 5 steps, starting with "Open the file you wish to edit and add a row or series of rows" and finishing with "Edit the cells accordingly". 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 insert multiple rows in microsoft excel?
5 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 Insert Page Number in Microsoft Excel, How to Integrate a Microsoft Access Database with QuickBooks and How to Integrate a Microsoft Excel Database with Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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