Insert date in Excel shortcut
Windows
Ctrl;Mac
⌃control;Ctrl+; enters today’s date as a fixed value. Ctrl+Shift+; (Cmd+; on Mac) enters the current time.
Variants and related combos
| Where / what | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Current time | CtrlShift; | ⌘cmd; |
Good to know
- The value will not change tomorrow; use =TODAY() for a date that updates.
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Questions
What is the insert date in excel shortcut?
Ctrl+; enters today’s date as a fixed value. Ctrl+Shift+; (Cmd+; on Mac) enters the current time.