Find and Replace – Replace Tab in Excel
The Replace tab in Excel’s Find and Replace dialog allows you to locate specific text, numbers, or formulas and replace them quickly across selected cells, worksheets, or the entire workbook.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + H | Cmd + Shift + H |
What Is the Replace Tab?
The Replace tab is part of the Find and Replace dialog. It provides two input fields — Find what and Replace with — along with options to replace values one by one or all at once.
How to Open the Replace Tab
- Open your Excel worksheet
- Press Ctrl + H (Windows)
- The Replace tab opens automatically
Replace Options Explained
- Replace – Replace the current match only
- Replace All – Replace every match in the selected scope
- Options – Match case, match entire cell contents, search by rows or columns
Best Practices
- Always test with Replace before using Replace All
- Limit replacements to selected cells if possible
- Undo immediately using Ctrl + Z if needed
FAQ
- Q: Can I replace values across the entire workbook?
- Yes, Excel allows workbook-wide replacements.
- Q: Does Replace work inside formulas?
- Yes, text inside formulas can also be replaced.