Open Excel Options Dialog
The Excel Options dialog allows you to customize how Excel behaves— from formulas and proofing to save settings and advanced features. You can open it instantly using a keyboard shortcut.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| Alt + F + T | Cmd + , |
What Does This Shortcut Do?
This shortcut opens the Excel Options window, where you can change global settings such as default fonts, calculation modes, AutoSave behavior, and advanced preferences.
How to Use the Shortcut
- Open Microsoft Excel
- Press Alt + F to open the File menu
- Press T to open Excel Options
- The Excel Options dialog box will appear
Tips & Best Practices
- Use Options to change default workbook settings
- Enable or disable AutoRecover and AutoSave
- Customize Ribbon and Quick Access Toolbar
FAQ
- Q: Can I open Excel Options without the keyboard?
- Yes, go to File → Options using the mouse.
- Q: Does this shortcut work in all Excel versions?
- Alt + F + T works in most modern Windows versions of Excel.