Go To Cell Shortcut (Ctrl+G / F5)
Jump to any cell address or named range: Ctrl+G or F5 on Windows, ⌃G or F5 on Mac. Shown with Go To Special.
| Action | Mac | Windows | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open Go To dialog | ⌃G or F5 | Ctrl+G or F5 | |
| Go To Special (blanks, formulas…) | ⌃G then ⌘⇧* | Ctrl+G then Alt+S | |
| Jump to cell A1 | ⌃Fn← | Ctrl+Home | |
| Jump to last used cell | ⌃Fn→ | Ctrl+End | |
| Move to edge of data block | ⌘→ / ⌘↓ | Ctrl+→ / Ctrl+↓ | |
| Name box (type address) | ⌃⌥G | Alt+F3 then type |
Jump straight to a cell
Press Ctrl+G or F5 on Windows, or ⌃G or F5 on a Mac, to open the Go To dialog. Type a cell address like B250 or a named range and Excel scrolls and selects it instantly — far faster than scrolling a large sheet.
Go To Special
Inside the Go To dialog, the Special button selects every blank cell, every formula, every constant, or the current region at once — ideal for cleaning up a sheet or spotting gaps before you fill them.
FAQ
What is the Go To cell shortcut in Excel?
Press Ctrl+G or F5 on Windows, or ⌃G or F5 on a Mac, to open the Go To dialog and jump to any cell address or named range.
How do I select all blank cells in Excel?
Open Go To with Ctrl+G, click Special, and choose Blanks to select every empty cell in the current selection.
Does F5 work the same as Ctrl+G?
Yes — both open the Go To dialog on Windows and Mac Excel; they are interchangeable.