Delete Comment in Excel

Deleting comments in Excel allows you to remove unwanted notes or threaded discussions from your cells, keeping your worksheet clean and organized.

How to Delete a Comment

1. Select the cell containing the comment or note
2. Right-click on the cell
3. Choose Delete Comment or Delete Note depending on the type of annotation
4. The comment will be removed immediately

Tips & Best Practices

• Use this feature to clean up completed discussions or outdated notes
• Ensure you do not delete important feedback before resolving comments
• Threaded comments can also be resolved instead of deleted if you want to keep a record

FAQ

Q: Can I undo a deleted comment?

Yes, press Ctrl + Z (Windows) or Cmd + Z (Mac) immediately after deletion to restore it.

Q: Can I delete multiple comments at once?

Yes, select multiple cells and choose Delete Comment to remove all at once.

Q: Does deleting a comment remove the cell's data?

No, deleting a comment only removes the annotation, not the cell content.