How to Move Columns in Microsoft Excel
- George Apostolov
How to Move Columns in Microsoft Excel: step-by-step guide
Select the column you want to move by clicking its header.
Hold the
Shiftkey, hover over the column's edge until the cursor changes to a cross-arrow.Drag the column to its new location.
Release the mouse button to drop the column in place.
Quick answer: To move columns in Microsoft Excel, select the column header, hold the Shift key while hovering over the edge until the cursor changes, drag the column to its new location, and release the mouse button to drop it in place.
About this Microsoft tutorial
Reorganize your Microsoft spreadsheets easily by selecting, holding Shift, dragging, and dropping columns into their new locations. This guide shows how to move Columns in Microsoft Excel in 4 steps, starting with "Select the column you want to move by clicking its header" and finishing with "Release the mouse button to drop the column in place". 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 move Columns 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 Move Rows Up and Down Microsoft Excel, How to multiply in microsoft excel and How to Multiply Two Columns in Microsoft Excel. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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