Open Power Query Editor in Excel
Power Query Editor allows you to clean, transform, and prepare your data for analysis. Opening it via shortcut saves time navigating the Ribbon menus.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| Alt + F → Q → E | Not available / Use Ribbon navigation |
What Does This Shortcut Do?
Pressing the shortcut opens the Power Query Editor window, where you can connect to data sources, apply transformations, and load data into your workbook.
How to Use the Shortcut
- Open your Excel workbook
- Press Alt + F then Q → E on Windows
- The Power Query Editor will open
Tips & Best Practices
- Use descriptive query names for clarity
- Always check the applied steps panel to track changes
- Combine with data source shortcuts to improve workflow efficiency
- Preview data before loading to ensure correctness
FAQ
- Q: Can I use this shortcut on Mac?
- Currently, the Alt + F → Q → E shortcut is not available on Mac. Use the Data tab to access Power Query.
- Q: Can I refresh queries from the editor?
- Yes, use the Refresh button in Power Query to update your data.
- Q: Can I create custom transformations?
- Yes, the editor allows advanced transformations and formula editing.