{"id":2777,"date":"2023-01-09T16:36:43","date_gmt":"2023-01-09T16:36:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bizinfograph.com\/resource\/?p=2777"},"modified":"2024-02-27T17:10:35","modified_gmt":"2024-02-27T17:10:35","slug":"how-to-run-macro-in-excel","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bizinfograph.com\/resource\/how-to-run-macro-in-excel\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Run Macro in Excel?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Run Macro in Excel enables users to execute complex tasks with a single click, significantly enhancing productivity and accuracy in data handling. This powerful feature allows for the automation of repetitive tasks, streamlined data analysis, and the creation of custom functions tailored to specific needs. By integrating Run Macro into your Excel workflow, you can save time, reduce errors, and focus more on strategic decision-making. Harness the full potential of Excel macros to transform your data management practices and unlock new levels of efficiency and effectiveness in your work.<\/p>\n

This Tutorial Covers:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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  1. What is macro in Excel?<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. How to enable macro in Excel?<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. How to record a macro in Excel?<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. How to run macro from Excel ribbon?<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. How to run a macro with custom keyboard shortcut?<\/a><\/li>\n
  6. How to run macro from Visual Basic Editor?<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. How to create macro button in Excel?<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. How to make macro button from a graphic object?<\/a><\/li>\n
  9. How to add macro button to Quick Access Toolbar?<\/a><\/li>\n
  10. How to Put macro button on Excel ribbon?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    1. What is macro in Excel? <\/strong><\/h2>\n

    An Excel macro is a set of actions or actions with which you can record and run indefinitely to automate repetitive work. The macro saves your keystrokes and clicks and allows users to rerun them with a single click. Running an Excel macro is simple for experienced users, but it may not be obvious to beginners.<\/p>\n

    2. How to enable macro in Excel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    To begin, enable the Developer tab.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    To operate a macro, initially enable the Developer tab so that it is viewable on the Excel ribbon. Because it is not visible by default, you must manually add it.<\/p>\n

    Step 1:<\/strong> Go to File.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 2:<\/strong> Click Options.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 3:<\/strong> Select Customize Ribbon.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 4:<\/strong> Select the Developer checkbox under Main Tabs.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 5:<\/strong> Click OK.<\/p>\n

    Result outlined below:<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Added in the excel ribbon.<\/p>\n

    3. How to record a macro in Excel?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Step 1: <\/strong>Click Record Macro on the Developer tab’s Code group.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 2:<\/strong> Name the macro in the Macro name box, being as descriptive as possible.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 3:<\/strong> Select where you want to save the macro by clicking the drop-down arrow to the right of the Store macro in box.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 4:<\/strong> To create a shortcut for the macro, type an upper-case or lower-case letter in the Shortcut key box. It is possible that Excel will prevent you from using an existing shortcut key. In this case, it’s best to create a one-of-a-kind key.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 5:<\/strong> In the Description box, write a description of what the macro does.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 6:<\/strong> To begin recording, click OK.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 7:<\/strong> Perform steps that you want to save to perform future tasks.<\/p>\n

    Step 8: <\/strong>Click Stop Recording on the Developer tab.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    4. How to run macro from Excel ribbon<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    Running a macro from the Developer tab is one of the quickest ways to execute VBA in Excel. To run a macro in excel from the Developer tab, follow these steps:<\/p>\n

    Step 1:<\/strong> Click Macros in the Code group on the Developer tab. Alternately, use the Alt + F8 shortcut.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 2:<\/strong> Select the macro of interest from the Macro dialog box, and then click Run.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    5. How to run a macro with custom keyboard shortcut?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

    When you employ a specific macro on a regular basis, you can assign it a shortcut key. A shortcut can be added to both a new macro and an existing one. Follow these steps to accomplish this:<\/p>\n

    Step 1:<\/strong> Click Macros in the Code group on the Developer tab. Alternately, use the Alt + F8 shortcut.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 2: <\/strong>Select the macro to which you want to assign the shortcut key from the Macro name box.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 3: <\/strong>To open the Macro Options dialog box, click the Options button.<\/p>\n

    \"Run<\/p>\n

    Step 4: <\/strong>The Macro Options dialog box appears. In the Shortcut key box, type the letter you want for your custom keyboard shortcut.<\/p>\n