Right Align Text in Excel (Ctrl + R)
Right alignment positions cell content at the right edge of the cell. Numbers are right-aligned by default in Excel for better readability.
Keyboard Shortcut
| Windows | Mac |
|---|---|
| Ctrl + R | Cmd + R |
What Does Ctrl + R Do in Excel?
Pressing this shortcut aligns the selected cell content to the right side. It affects only the visual alignment, not the actual value or formula.
How to Use the Right Align Shortcut
- Select the cell or range of cells
- Press Ctrl + R (Windows) or Cmd + R (Mac)
- The content will align to the right instantly
Tips & Best Practices
- Excel right-aligns numbers automatically
- Use right alignment for numeric data and totals
- Combine with Center Align for reports
FAQ
- Q: Why are numbers right-aligned by default?
- A: Right alignment makes numeric values easier to compare vertically.
- Q: Can I right-align text instead of numbers?
- A: Yes, any text can be right-aligned using this shortcut.
- Q: Does right alignment change formulas?
- A: No, alignment only affects appearance, not calculations.