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1144What do the different mouse pointer shapes mean in Microsoft Excel?
The mouse pointer changes shape in Microsoft Excel 2013 and Excel 2010 depending upon the context.
For more information see mouse-pointers
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Used for selecting cells |
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The I-beam - indicates that you may type text in this area. |
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The fill handle - used for copying formula or extending a data series. |
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Used to select a whole row/column when positioned on the row number or column letter. |
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Appears at the border of the column letters. Drag to widen or narrow the width of a column. |
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Appears at the border between the row numbers. Drag to increase or decrease the height of a row. |
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