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Insert the Degree Symbol in Microsoft Excel

by Avantix Learning Team | Updated April 26, 2024

Applies to: Microsoft^® Excel^® 2016, 2019, 2021 and 365 (Windows)

You can insert or type the degree symbol in Excel using built-in commands, keyboard shortcuts or a custom number format.

A custom number format can be applied to cells and would apply the degree symbol as a format rather than inserting it.

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The degree symbol can be entered in cells, equation blocks or text boxes. It is automatically entered in superscript. The term degree is used in several temperature scales including Celsius and Fahrenheit.

In this article, we'll review 5 ways to insert the degree symbol in Excel (click the contents links to jump to a specific topic):

1. Use the Insert Symbol command
2. Use an Alt code shortcut by pressing Alt and then entering a number sequence
3. Use a built-in AutoCorrect shortcut
4. Create and apply a custom number format
5. Use the Equation tab in the Ribbon to insert the degree symbol in an equation block or placeho
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