Fill down in Excel shortcut
Windows
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⌘cmdDSelect the source cell and the cells below it, then press Ctrl+D (Cmd+D on a Mac) to copy the top value or formula down. Ctrl+R fills right.
Variants and related combos
| Where / what | Windows | Mac |
|---|---|---|
| Fill right | CtrlR | ⌘cmdR |
| Enter the same value in every selected cell | CtrlEnter | ⌃control↩return |
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Questions
What is the fill down in excel shortcut?
Select the source cell and the cells below it, then press Ctrl+D (Cmd+D on a Mac) to copy the top value or formula down. Ctrl+R fills right.