Add/Remove Top Border in Excel

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

How to Add a Top Border

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

How to Remove a Top Border

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

Keyboard Shortcut

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

Tips & Best Practices

• Use top borders to highlight headings or separate sections of data
• Combine with bottom borders for boxed rows
• Use sparingly to keep your worksheet clean and readable

FAQ

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

Yes, toggle the top 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 top border will apply to the entire selection.