Add/Remove Bottom Border in Excel

Adding or removing a bottom border helps separate rows or highlight the end of important sections in your worksheet.

How to Add a Bottom Border

1. Select the cell(s) or range where you want the bottom border
2. Go to the Home tab → Font group → Borders dropdown
3. Click Bottom Border to add the border

How to Remove a Bottom Border

1. Select the cell(s) that have the bottom border
2. Go to the Borders dropdown
3. Click No Border or toggle the bottom border off

Keyboard Shortcut

On Windows, you can quickly apply a bottom border using: Alt + H → B → O

Tips & Best Practices

• Use bottom borders to highlight totals or summary rows
• Combine with top borders for boxed rows or sections
• Keep borders minimal to maintain a clean worksheet

FAQ

Q: Can I remove a bottom border without affecting other borders?

Yes, toggle the bottom border button or choose No Border to remove it selectively.

Q: Can I apply this to multiple rows at once?

Yes, select multiple rows or columns, and the bottom border will apply to the entire selection.