The number of cells, columns, rows, and sheets supported by a spreadsheet depend on the software used, and the data contained in the spreadsheet. Below is a list of the maximum number of rows, columns, cells, and individual sheets supported by various spreadsheet software.

  • Dependent on memory

The below values are the theoretical limits. Other factors, including how much memory the computer has, determine how many rows, columns, and cells are supported.

How to get to the last row of a worksheet

Press and hold down Ctrl and press the down arrow key.

How to get to the last column of a worksheet

Press and hold down Ctrl and press the right arrow key.

How many sheets are there in an Excel workbook?

By default, there are three sheets in a new workbook in all versions of Excel, though users can create as many as their computer memory allows. These three worksheets are named Sheet1, Sheet2, and Sheet3.

How many characters can fit into a single cell?

The total number of characters a cell can contain is 32,767.

How are rows and columns labeled?

In all spreadsheet programs, including Microsoft Excel, rows are labeled using numbers (e.g., 1 to 1,048,576). All columns are labeled with letters A through Z, then AA through ZZ, etc. For example, after the letter Z, the next column is AA, AB, AC, …, AZ and then incrementing to BA, BB, BC, etc.

To identify a cell, give both the column and the row. For example, the first cell is always located in column A, on row 1, so the cell is labeled A1.

  • See our cell, column, excel, rows, and sheet page for further information and related links.
  • Microsoft Excel help and support.