5 Methods to Move Columns in Microsoft Excel (Step-by-Step)

Moving columns in Excel is a handy skill for reorganizing your data. Here are five methods to move columns effortlessly:

Method 1: Using Cut and Paste

1. Select the column you want to move by clicking on its header letter.
2. Press Ctrl + X or right-click and choose Cut.
3. Click on the header letter of the destination column where you want to move the selected column.
4. Press Ctrl + V or right-click and choose Paste.

Method 2: Using Drag and Drop

1. Position your cursor over the header letter of the column you want to move.
2. Click and hold the left mouse button.
3. Drag the column to its new location.
4. Release the mouse button to drop the column in the desired position.

Method 3: Using Copy and Paste

1. Select the column you want to move by clicking on its header letter.
2. Press Ctrl + C or right-click and choose Copy.
3. Click on the header letter of the destination column where you want to move the selected column.
4. Press Ctrl + V or right-click and choose Paste.

Method 4: Using Cut and Insert Cut Cells

1. Select the column you want to move by clicking on its header letter.
2. Press Ctrl + X or right-click and choose Cut.
3. Right-click on the header letter of the destination column.
4. Choose Insert Cut Cells from the context menu.

Method 5: Using the Cut and Insert Option in the Ribbon

1. Select the column you want to move by clicking on its header letter.
2. Go to the Home tab on the ribbon.
3. Click on the Cut icon in the Clipboard group.
4. Click on the header letter of the destination column.
5. Click on the Insert Cut Cells icon in the Clipboard group.