Find Next Match in Excel
Find Next Match allows you to jump to the next occurrence of searched text, number, or value in Excel without reopening the Find dialog. This is extremely useful when reviewing large datasets.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| Shift + F4 | Cmd + G |
What Does Find Next Do?
After you perform a Find search, pressing the Find Next shortcut moves the cursor to the next matching cell based on your search criteria.
How to Use Find Next
- Press Ctrl + F to open Find
- Enter the text or value to search
- Click Find Next once
- Press Shift + F4 to continue finding matches
When Is This Shortcut Useful?
- Reviewing repeated values
- Auditing formulas
- Checking data consistency
- Navigating large worksheets quickly
Tips & Best Practices
- Use consistent search options (match case, whole cell)
- Works across selected cells or entire worksheet
- Combine with Find Previous for faster navigation
FAQ
- Q: Do I need to reopen the Find dialog each time?
- No, once a search is active, Shift + F4 continues the search.
- Q: Does this work for formulas?
- Yes, it can find text inside formulas.