Excel: Using the Add Feature to Make Multiple Selections

 Last reviewed: November 2, 1994
Article ID: Q26019
The information in this article applies to:

- Microsoft Excel for Windows versions 2.x, 3.0, 4.0 - Microsoft Excel for OS/2 versions 2.2, 2.21, and 3.0

SUMMARY

In Microsoft Excel, the Add feature allows the selection of multiple ranges. To use this feature, do the following:

  1. Select the first range of cells.

  2. Press SHIFT+F8. Excel will display the word ADD in the status bar at the bottom right of the screen. This indicates that Microsoft Excel is ready for the next range of cells.

  3. Select the second range of cells.

To continue adding ranges of cells, repeat steps 2 and 3 in order.

REFERENCES

"Microsoft Excel User's Guide," version 3.0, page 78

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Last reviewed: November 2, 1994
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