Are you tired of struggling with Excel symbols and not knowing how to use them correctly? We’ve got you covered with this comprehensive guide on how to create various symbols in Excel, from degrees to checkmarks and more.
Degrees Symbol
Often used in mathematical and scientific formulas, the degrees symbol is a must-have for Excel users who deal with angles and temperature conversions.
- Type the number value for the angle or temperature in a cell.
- Place your cursor where you want the degrees symbol to appear.
- Hold down the Alt key and type 0176 on your numpad.
- Release the Alt key, and voila! Your degrees symbol should appear.
Checkmark Symbol
Need to create a checkbox or a list of completed tasks? The checkmark symbol in Excel is perfect for this situation.
- Select the cell where you want the checkmark to appear.
- Go to the Insert tab and click on Symbol.
- Choose the Font subset Wingdings 2.
- Select the checkmark symbol and click Insert.
- Your checkmark symbol should now appear in the selected cell.
Other Symbols
There are many other symbols in Excel that you can use for various purposes. Some examples include:
- Pi Symbol: Alt + 227
- Square Root Symbol: Alt + 251
- Greater Than or Equal To: Alt + 242
- Less Than or Equal To: Alt + 243
To access more symbols, go to the Insert tab and click on Symbol. From there, you can choose various symbol fonts and subsets.
FAQ
Q: Can I change the size or color of a symbol in Excel?
A: Yes, you can change the size or color of a symbol in the same way you would change the size or color of regular text. Simply select the symbol, and then go to the Home tab and choose your desired font size or color.
Q: Can I use my own custom symbols in Excel?
A: Yes, you can use your own custom symbols in Excel by creating them in a different program and then copying and pasting them into Excel. However, keep in mind that the font and size of your custom symbol may not appear correctly in different versions of Excel or on different computers.
Video Tutorial
Now that you know how to use symbols in Excel, you can elevate your spreadsheets to the next level. Happy symbolizing!
