Create Chart in New Worksheet in Excel (F11)
The Create Chart in New Worksheet shortcut allows you to quickly generate a chart from selected data and place it in a separate worksheet. This helps keep your data and chart separate for better visualization and reporting.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| F11 | Fn + F11 |
What Does This Shortcut Do?
Pressing this shortcut instantly creates a default chart (usually a column chart) from the selected data and inserts it into a new worksheet, keeping your original worksheet uncluttered.
How to Use the Shortcut
- Select the data you want to chart
- Press F11 (Windows) or Fn + F11 (Mac)
- A new worksheet will appear with the chart created
- Rename or move the worksheet as needed
Tips & Best Practices
- Use this shortcut when you want a clean chart without affecting existing worksheets
- Customize chart type and formatting after creation
- Combine with embedded charts for side-by-side analysis
FAQ
- Q: Can I create multiple charts in new worksheets at once?
- No, this shortcut works for one selected range at a time.
- Q: Can I change the chart type automatically?
- No, it creates the default chart type; you can change it manually afterward.