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Cursor location not aligning with cell selection in latest Excel for Windows PC

Anonymous
2025-05-28T15:29:08+00:00

The Cursor is placed 3 cells below where it is placed, e.g. the cursor is placed in the yellow cell but is placed in the blue cell. Why? And how do I fix it.

Note: this is a large spreadsheet, i.e., it is out to column OY.

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  1. Anonymous
    2025-05-28T20:04:40+00:00

    Good morning,

    Welcome to Microsoft Community, we are here to help

    Thank you for bringing this to our attention, I understand that you need assistance with your Excel and if your cursor isn't aligning properly with cell selection in Excel, here are a few possible fixes:

    1. Check Zoom Settings – Sometimes, an unusual zoom level can cause misalignment. Try resetting it by going to View > Zoom and selecting a standard percentage.
    2. Disable Hardware Graphics Acceleration – Go to File > Options > Advanced, scroll to the Display section, and check Disable hardware graphics acceleration.
    3. Turn Off Extend Selection – If the Extend Selection feature is enabled, it may cause unexpected behavior. Press F8 or Esc to disable it.
    4. Open Excel in Safe Mode – Close Excel, then hold Ctrl while opening it. If the issue disappears, an add-in might be causing the problem.
    5. Disable Add-ins – Go to File > Options > Add-ins, select COM Add-ins, click Go, and uncheck all add-ins.
    6. Check for Updates – Ensure you're running the latest version of Excel by going to File > Account > Update Options.

    Hope this helps.

    Best regards

    JK

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  2. Anonymous
    2025-05-30T14:58:41+00:00

    Hi,

    We have noticed that you have not replied to our last response. We would like to know if the issue you have raised to us is still on-going. If yes, please reply to the thread so we can continue troubleshooting your concern.

    Best Regards,

    JK

    Microsoft Community

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  3. Anonymous
    2025-06-03T16:30:44+00:00

    Hi,

    This is my second follow up regarding to your issue. We would like to know if the issue you have raised to us is still on going. If yes, please reply to the thread so we can continue troubleshooting your concern.

    Thank you.

    Best Regards,
    JK
    Microsoft Community
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