2 simple ways to insert star symbol in Excel
Whether you're preparing a presentation, organizing data, or marking items as critical, using a star symbol (★) in Excel cells can visually highlight important information. This guide provides two efficient methods for inserting the star symbol into your Excel worksheets, catering to different needs whether inserting a star into a single cell or multiple cells at once.
Insert a Star Symbol into a Single Cell Using the Symbol Menu
Batch Insert Star Symbols Using Kutools for Excel
Insert a Star Symbol into a Single Cell Using the Symbol Menu
This method is specifically designed for inserting a star symbol into the currently selected cell.
- Select the cell where you want to insert the star symbol, then go to select "Insert" > "Symbol".
- In the "Symbol" dialog box, select "Wingdings 2" from the "Font" drop-down list, and scroll to find the star symbol.
- Click "Insert" to place the star symbol into the selected cell, then close the "Symbol" dialog.
Batch Insert Star Symbols Using Kutools for Excel
For those needing to add star symbols to multiple cells simultaneously, "Kutools for Excel" offers a practical solution with its "Insert Bullet" feature.
After installing Kutools for Excel, please do as below:
Select the cells where you want the star symbols to appear as bullets. Select "Kutools" > "Insert" > "Insert Bullet" and select the star option from the submenu.
Inserting star symbols in Excel can serve multiple purposes, from enhancing data visualization to prioritizing tasks. Whether you choose to insert a star symbol into a single cell using the Symbol menu or multiple symbols across various cells using Kutools for Excel, each method provides a straightforward solution tailored to your specific needs.
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