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Extend Selection to Last Nonblank Cell

Extends the selection from the active cell to the last nonblank cell in the same column or row. If the next cell is blank, extends to the next nonblank cell.

Ctrl + Shift + Arrow

When to use it

Use to quickly select a range of data in a column or row without dragging.

Pro tip

Press Ctrl+Shift+Arrow again to extend selection further in the same direction.

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