How to Select Column to End of Data in Excel (3 Easy Methods)

We’ll use a simple dataset to showcase how you can select values in a column to the end of data.

excel select column to end of data


Method 1 – Using a Keyboard Shortcut to Select Column to the End of Data in Excel

Case 1.1 – From the Column Start

Steps:

  • Click on the column header you want to select.

  • Press Ctrl + Shift + Down Arrow.

Use Keyboard shortcuts to select column to end of data

Read More: How to Select Cells in Excel Using Keyboard


Case 1.2 – From the End of Data

Steps:

  • Select the last data cell in a column.

  • Press Ctrl + Shift + Up Arrow.

Pressing the Ctrl+Shift+Up Arrow buttons to select column to end of data

  • To select the row instead, press Ctrl + Shift + Left Arrow.

Pressing the Ctrl+Shift+Left Arrow buttons to select column to end of data

Read More: [Solved!] CTRL+END Shortcut Key Goes Too Far in Excel


Method 2 – Selecting a Column to the End of Data with the Go To Command

Steps:

  • Select any cell in the dataset and press Ctrl + G.

Press the Ctrl+G buttons to select column to end of data

  • The Go To dialog box will appear on the screen.
  • In the Reference section, enter the desired cell range and press OK.

Utilizing Go To dialog box to select column to end of data

  • You will get the desired result.

Read More: How to Go to Last Non Empty Cell in Column in Excel


Method 3 – Applying VBA Code to Select from a Cell to the End of Data

Steps:

  • Press Alt + F11.
  • Go to Insert and select Module to open the Module window.

  • Insert the following code in the window.
Sub select_column_to_end_of_data()
Range("C1048576").End(xlUp).Select
Range(Cells(4, 6), Selection).Select
End Sub

Inserting VBA Code to select column to end of data

  • After pressing Run or F5, you will get the desired result.

Read More: How to Select Large Data in Excel Without Dragging 


How to Select All Data in Excel

Steps:

  • Click on the Select All option on the left side of the bar or press Ctrl + A.

  • You will get the desired result.

Read More: How to Select Multiple Cells in Excel Without Mouse 


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