Welcome to this guide that will show you how to add columns or rows in Google Sheets with just two clicks. Get ready to simplify your work and save time with these practical tips!
Adding Columns in Google Sheets
Step 1: Click anywhere in the column next to which you want to insert your new column.
Step 2: Click on Insert in the toolbar.
Step 3: Select either Columns to the left or Columns to the right. Columns to the left will insert a column to the left of where you clicked, while Columns to the right will insert one to the right.
Once you click, the new column will appear instantly.
Adding Columns in Google Sheets Using Right-Click
You can achieve the same result without using the toolbar by utilizing the right-click function of your mouse or trackpad.
Step 1: Instead of simply clicking on the column, you need to select the entire column next to which you want to insert the new column. To do this, click on the letter at the top of the column.
Step 2: Right-click anywhere in that column, then select either Insert 1 left or Insert 1 right.
Adding Multiple Columns in Google Sheets
If you want to add multiple columns, you can follow the same process, whether it’s with the toolbar or the right-click method. Start by highlighting the number of columns you want to add.
For example, if you want to add two columns, highlight the two columns next to where you want to add them. If you want to add ten columns, highlight the ten columns next to the ones you want to add. And so on.
Adding Rows in Google Sheets
Step 1: Click anywhere in the row above or below where you want to insert your new row.
Step 2: Click on Insert in the toolbar.
Step 3: Select either Row above or Row below. Row above will insert a row directly above the row where you clicked, while Row below will insert one directly below.
Once you click, the new row will appear instantly.
Adding Rows in Google Sheets Using Right-Click
You can achieve the same result without using the toolbar by utilizing the right-click function of your mouse or trackpad.
Step 1: Select the entire row above or below where you want to insert your new row. To do this, click on the number on the left side of the row.
Step 2: Right-click anywhere in that row, then select either Insert 1 above or Insert 1 below.
Adding Multiple Rows in Google Sheets
If you want to add multiple rows, you can follow the same process, whether it’s with the toolbar or the right-click method. Start by highlighting the number of rows you want to add.
For example, if you want to add two rows, highlight the two rows above or below the ones you want to add. If you want to add ten rows, highlight the ten rows above or below the ones you want to add. And so on.
Now that you know how to add columns and rows in Google Sheets, you’ll be able to organize and structure your data more efficiently. Don’t hesitate to put these tips into practice today!
