Excel Insert Sheet Shortcut for Windows, Mac & Web

Adds a new worksheet. Here's the keyboard shortcut for every version of Excel, plus other ways to do it.

Quick Answer

Windows
Shift+F11
Mac
Shift+F11
Web
Shift+F11
Excel

Insert Sheet

Windows
Shift+F11

Adds a new worksheet.

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How to insert sheet in Excel with the keyboard

  1. Open Excel and go to where you want to insert sheet.
  2. Press Shift + F11 on Windows or Shift + F11 on Mac.

Excel Insert Sheet Shortcut for Windows

Press Shift + F11.

Excel Insert Sheet Shortcut for Mac

Press Shift + F11.

Excel Insert Sheet Shortcut for Excel Web

Press Shift + F11.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Excel insert sheet shortcut?

On Windows, press Shift + F11. On a Mac, press Shift + F11.

Is there a Mac shortcut to insert sheet in Excel?

Yes: Shift + F11.

Does it work in Excel for the web?

Yes: Shift + F11.

Verified 2026-10-07 · Last reviewed: 2026-10-07 · Microsoft's official shortcut list