Add/Remove Left Border in Excel

Adding or removing a left border helps separate specific columns in a worksheet, enhancing readability.

How to Add a Left Border

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

How to Remove a Left Border

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

Keyboard Shortcut

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

Tips & Best Practices

• Use left borders to emphasize the start of important data columns
• Combine with right or top borders for boxed sections
• Keep borders minimal to maintain a clean worksheet

FAQ

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

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

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

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