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New in XLKeys: Cell Capacity and Workbook Performance Scans
It is usually obvious when a Google Sheet has a problem. Finding the cause is the hard part. These two new scans are meant to make that easier.
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Excel Shortcuts in Google Sheets
Use familiar Excel-style shortcuts in Google Sheets: Alt keys, Trace Precedents and Dependents, formatting, navigation, Sensitivity Tables, Workbook Health audits, and more.
Press Alt, then type the Excel sequence
Alt + H, F, CFont ColorAlt + H, HFill ColorCtrl + Shift + 1Number FormatCtrl + Shift + SAuto Color CellsCtrl + Shift + [Trace PrecedentsNo data leaves your browser
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Shortcuts and power tools Google Sheets is missing
XLKeys brings Google Sheets Alt key shortcuts, formatting commands, model analysis, and workbook health tools to people who already know Excel.
Press Alt, then type the Excel sequence
Alt + H, F, CFont ColorAlt + H, HFill ColorCtrl + Shift + 1Number FormatCtrl + Shift + SAuto Color CellsCtrl + Shift + [Trace PrecedentsExcel-Style Alt Keys
Press Alt once, then type the familiar ribbon sequence. XLKeys brings Excel-style Alt-key workflows to Google Sheets.
Formatting Shortcuts
Format cells from the keyboard with number and date formats, font and fill colors, borders, alignment, merge, freeze panes, and more.
Formula Auditing
Trace precedents and dependents for any cell. Instantly see which cells feed into a formula and where a value flows downstream.
Sensitivity Tables
Build two-input sensitivity tables by varying row and column assumptions and seeing how your model changes in a clean output grid.
Goal Seek
Set a target value and let XLKeys find the input needed to reach it, just like Excel's Goal Seek inside Google Sheets.
Auto-Color
Classify formulas, hardcodes, same-sheet references, and cross-sheet references with one shortcut.
Cell Capacity Audit2.6M remaining
Find trailing grid space to reclaim
Performance AuditRanked fixes
Open ranges · volatile formulas · imports
Workbook Health Audits
Run a Cell Capacity Audit against the 10 million-cell limit, then use the Performance Audit to find formulas likely to slow down your workbook.
How it works
Up and running in 30 seconds
Three steps from install to using Excel shortcuts in Google Sheets.
1
Install the Extension
Add XLKeys to Chrome in one click from the Chrome Web Store. No sign-up required.
2
Open Google Sheets
Navigate to any Google Sheets spreadsheet. XLKeys activates automatically — look for the XLKeys badge in the toolbar.
Alt→H→F→C
Font ColorCtrl→Shift→[
Trace PrecedentsCtrl→Shift→1
Number Format3
Use Excel Shortcuts
Press familiar Alt-key sequences and keyboard shortcuts to format, navigate, audit formulas, and analyze models — just like in Excel.
See it in action
Watch how XLKeys brings Excel-style shortcuts to Google Sheets.
Pricing
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Everything you need to start using Excel-style shortcuts in Google Sheets.
- Excel-style Alt-key sequences
- Number, date & currency formats
- Borders, alignment, fonts & color pickers
- Freeze panes & merge cells
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$14.99/month
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Advanced formatting, auditing, and model analysis tools for serious spreadsheet users.
- Everything in Free
- Trace Precedents & Dependents
- Goal Seek solver
- Sensitivity Tables
- Cell Capacity Audit
- Performance Audit
- Auto-Color classification
- Number, fill & font color cycles
- One-key filter toggle
- Full paste special suite
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Does XLKeys access or store my spreadsheet data?+
XLKeys uses the Google Sheets API only for spreadsheets you authorize for XLKeys, such as when applying formatting or reading formulas for auditing features. It never sends spreadsheet contents to an external server; everything stays between your browser and Google.
Do I need to sign up to use XLKeys?+
No account is required for the free tier. Just install the Chrome extension and start using shortcuts immediately. When you create an account you automatically get a 30-day free trial of all Pro features — no credit card required.
Which Excel shortcuts are supported?+
XLKeys supports familiar Excel-style Alt-key sequences and keyboard shortcuts for formatting, navigation, formula auditing, model analysis, and workbook health. The free tier covers core formatting shortcuts, while Pro unlocks advanced tools like Trace Precedents, Trace Dependents, Goal Seek, Sensitivity Tables, the Cell Capacity Audit, and the Performance Audit.
Can I cancel my Pro subscription anytime?+
Yes, you can cancel anytime from your account dashboard. You'll retain Pro access until the end of your current billing period.
Is there a free trial for Pro?+
Yes! Every new account gets a 30-day free trial of all Pro features automatically — no credit card required. After the trial you can subscribe for $14.99/month or $150/year.
Shortcuts
Popular Excel shortcuts for Google Sheets
Step-by-step guides for the Excel shortcuts people miss most in Google Sheets — with the exact keys for Windows and Mac.
Autofit Column Width in Google Sheets
Alt → H → O → IPaste Values in Google SheetsAlt → E → S → VTrace Precedents in Google SheetsCtrl + Shift + [Trace Dependents in Google SheetsCtrl + Shift + ]Goal Seek in Google SheetsAlt → A → W → GSensitivity Table (Data Table) in Google SheetsAlt → A → W → TCell Capacity Audit in Google SheetsAlt → A → W → CPerformance Audit in Google SheetsAlt → A → W → PFill Color in Google SheetsAlt → H → HAll Borders in Google SheetsAlt → H → B → AFreeze Panes in Google SheetsAlt → W → F → FAccounting Number Format in Google SheetsAlt → H → A → NGuides
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