How to Make a Copy in Microsoft Excel
- George Apostolov
How to Make a Copy in Microsoft Excel: step-by-step guide
Right-click the sheet tab and select Move or Copy from the context menu.
Check the Create a copy box, then select whether to place the copy at the beginning or end of the sheet tabs, then click OK.
Now, you have successfully created a copy in Microsoft Excel.
Quick answer: To make a copy in Excel, right-click the sheet tab and select Move or Copy. Next, check the Create a copy box, choose where to place the copy, and click OK to finish.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Duplicate your spreadsheets easily in Microsoft Excel by using the sheet tab menu to create and place your new copy. This guide shows how to make a Copy in Microsoft Excel in 3 steps, starting with "Right-click the sheet tab and select Move or Copy from the context menu" and finishing with "Now, you have successfully created a copy in Microsoft Excel". 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 make a Copy in Microsoft Excel?
3 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 Make a Graph in Microsoft Excel, How to Make a Line Graph in Microsoft Excel and How to Make a Table in Microsoft Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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