Enabling Macros
Before you can run macros in Excel, you need to enable them. Macros can contain malicious code, so Excel disables them by default. To enable macros, go to the “File” tab, click “Options,” and then click “Trust Center.”
Click on Trust Center Settings
In the Trust Center, click on “Trust Center Settings.”
Enable Macros
In the Macro Settings section, select “Enable all macros.”
Running a Macro from the Developer Tab
Once you have enabled macros, you can run them from the Developer tab. If you don’t see the Developer tab, you can add it to the ribbon by going to the “File” tab, clicking “Options,” and then clicking “Customize Ribbon.”
Click Developer Tab
In the Customize Ribbon dialog box, select “Developer” in the right-hand column, and then click “OK.”
Select Macro
To run a macro from the Developer tab, click on “Macros” in the Code group, select the macro you want to run, and then click “Run.”
Running a Macro from a Button
You can also run a macro from a button on the worksheet. To add a button to the worksheet, go to the Developer tab, click “Insert,” and then click “Button” in the Form Controls group.
Assign a Macro to Button
Right-click on the button and select “Assign Macro.” Select the macro you want to run, and then click “OK.”
Run Macro from Button
To run the macro from the button, simply click on the button.
Running a Macro from a Keyboard Shortcut
If you frequently run the same macro, you can assign a keyboard shortcut to it. To assign a keyboard shortcut, go to the Developer tab, click “Macros,” select the macro you want to run, and then click “Options.”
Assign Keyboard Shortcut
In the Macro Options dialog box, enter a letter or a number in the “Shortcut key” field, and then click “OK.”
Run Macro from Keyboard Shortcut
To run the macro from the keyboard shortcut, simply press the key combination you assigned.
FAQs
What is a macro in Excel?
A macro in Excel is a set of instructions that automate repetitive tasks.
How do I enable macros in Excel?
To enable macros in Excel, go to the “File” tab, click “Options,” and then click “Trust Center.” In the Trust Center, click on “Trust Center Settings,” and then select “Enable all macros” in the Macro Settings section.
How do I run a macro from the Developer tab?
To run a macro from the Developer tab, click on “Macros” in the Code group, select the macro you want to run, and then click “Run.”
How do I add a button to run a macro?
To add a button to run a macro, go to the Developer tab, click “Insert,” and then click “Button” in the Form Controls group. Right-click on the button and select “Assign Macro.” Select the macro you want to run, and then click “OK.”
How do I assign a keyboard shortcut to a macro?
To assign a keyboard shortcut to a macro, go to the Developer tab, click “Macros,” select the macro you want to run, and then click “Options.” In the Macro Options dialog box, enter a letter or a number in the “Shortcut key” field, and then click “OK.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, running macros in Excel can save you time and increase your productivity. Enabling macros, running a macro from the Developer tab, running a macro from a button, and assigning a keyboard shortcut to a macro are all ways to run macros in Excel. With these tips, you can start automating repetitive tasks in Excel and make your work more efficient.