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Go To Special Shortcut in Excel

Use this quick reference to learn the Windows shortcut, Mac shortcut, Ribbon path, and best use case for go to special in Excel.

Shortcut keys

WindowsCtrl + G → Alt + S
MacCmd + G → S

Ribbon path

Home → Find & Select → Go To Special

What it does

Navigate to specific cell types: blanks, formulas, constants, errors, or last cell. Essential for cleaning data.

How to use this shortcut

  1. Open the Excel workbook and select the relevant cell, row, column, range, or sheet.
  2. Press the shortcut keys shown above for your platform.
  3. Confirm any dialog options if Excel opens a menu or prompt.

FAQ

What is the Excel shortcut for go to special?

On Windows, use Ctrl + G → Alt + S. On Mac, use Cmd + G → S.

Where is go to special in the Excel Ribbon?

The Ribbon path is Home → Find & Select → Go To Special.

What does go to special do in Excel?

Navigate to specific cell types: blanks, formulas, constants, errors, or last cell. Essential for cleaning data.