How to delete a sheet in Excel: A Simple GuideUpdated 21 days ago
To delete a sheet in Microsoft Excel, you can use several methods depending on your preference. The easiest way is to right-click on the sheet tab located at the bottom of the workbook and select Delete. If the sheet contains data, Excel will prompt you to confirm the deletion before permanently removing it.
Key Highlights: Delete a sheet in Microsoft Excel
To delete a sheet in Microsoft Excel, follow these steps
- Using the Right-Click Menu
- Locate the sheet tab at the bottom of the workbook.
- Right-click on the sheet you want to delete.
- Using the Ribbon Menu
- Click on the sheet you want to remove.
- Navigate to the Home tab.
- Click Delete and select Delete Sheet.
- Using a Keyboard Shortcut (Windows Only)
- Select the sheet you want to delete.
- Press Alt + H + D + S to remove it.
Once deleted, the sheet cannot be recovered unless you immediately use Ctrl + Z (Undo) before saving or closing the file.