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Open Paste Special Dialog

Opens the Paste Special dialog box, allowing you to choose how to paste copied content (e.g., values, formats, formulas).

Ctrl + Alt + V

When to use it

When you need to paste data with specific formatting or options, such as pasting only values or transposing data.

Pro tip

After copying, press Ctrl+Alt+V, then use the arrow keys to navigate options and press Enter to select.

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