Open Font Tab in Excel (Ctrl + 1)
The Font tab in Excel allows you to quickly change font style, size, color, and text effects. Using the keyboard shortcut is much faster than navigating through the ribbon.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + 1 | Cmd + 1 |
What Does Ctrl + 1 Do?
This shortcut opens the Format Cells dialog box. By default, the Font tab is selected, allowing you to modify font type, size, color, bold, italic, underline, and other text effects.
How to Use the Shortcut
- Select the cell or range you want to format
- Press Ctrl + 1 (Windows) or Cmd + 1 (Mac)
- The Format Cells dialog opens with the Font tab active
- Apply your desired font settings and click OK
Tips & Best Practices
- Use this shortcut before applying Bold or Italic formatting
- Great for professional reports where precise font control is required
- Combine with alignment and border tabs inside the Format Cells dialog
FAQ
- Q: Does Ctrl + 1 always open the Font tab?
- A: Yes, in most cases the Font tab opens by default when the Format Cells dialog appears.
- Q: Can I open other tabs from this dialog?
- A: Yes, you can switch to Number, Alignment, Border, or Fill tabs inside the same dialog.
- Q: Does this shortcut work on protected sheets?
- A: Font changes may be restricted if the sheet is protected.