Define name for references

Assigns a user-defined name to a selected cell or range, making formulas more readable and manageable.

Shortcut Windows Mac
Define name for references Alt M , M , D Ctrl L

Relevant Excel Shortcuts

Discover related Excel keyboard shortcuts in the formula navigation category.

Toggle formulas on and off
Expand or collapse formula bar
Toggle absolute and relative references
Open Name Manager
Define name using row and column
Paste name into formula
Accept function with autocomplete

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