How to Copy Excel Sheet to Another Sheet with Same Format

In the picture below, we have three columns of salespersons, their salaries, and states. We’ll copy the dataset to another sheet and keep the formatting.

how to copy excel sheet to another sheet with same format


Method 1 – Apply Copy-Paste Options to Copy the Sheet with the Same Format

Steps:

  • Select the whole data range in the sheet.
  • Press Ctrl + C on the keyboard.

  • Go to a new sheet.
  • Select any cell in the new sheet.
  • Press Ctrl + V, and the sheet will be copied with the same format.

Read More: How to Copy a Sheet to Another Sheet in Excel


Method 2 – Copy a Sheet to Another Sheet with the Same Format Using the Context Menu

Steps:

  • Click the title of the sheet that you want to copy.
  • Right-click on the dataset. This will open the Context menu.
  • Select the Move or Copy option. A dialog box will appear.

Copy Sheet with an Option from the Context Menu in Excel

  • Select “How to Copy Excel Sheet to Another Sheet with Same Format” from the To Book option bar which is the current working book.
  • Select the sheet you want to copy from the Before sheet menu.
  • Check the Create a copy option.
  • Press OK.

  • The sheet is copied with a new title but in the same format.

Read More: [Fixed!] Move or Copy Sheet Not Working in Excel


Method 3 – Use the Dragging Sheet Option to Copy an Excel Sheet to Another One

Steps:

  • Press and hold the Ctrl button on the keyboard.
  • Press and hold the title of the sheet with a left click and drag to the new position.
  • Release the Ctrl key and mouse.

Use Fill Handle to Copy an Excel Sheet to Another One

  • Here we have dragged it after the “Method 4” sheet.

  • The sheet has been copied with a new title in the same format.

Read More: How to Copy Sheet to Another Workbook with Excel Formulas


Method 4 – Copy a Sheet with the Cell Formatting Option Keeping the Same Format in Excel

Steps:

  • Go to the Home tab.
  • Select the Cells group of commands and click on the Format drop-down.
  • Select the Move or Copy Sheet option.
  • A dialog box will open up.

Copy Sheet with Cell Formatting Option in Excel

  • Select “Copy Excel Sheet to Another Sheet with Same Format” from the To Book option bar. That is the current working book.
  • Select the sheet you want to copy from the Before sheet bar.
  • Choose Create a copy.
  • Press OK.

  • The data is copied to a new sheet with the same format.


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2 Comments
  1. I am always turning to your page for Xcel answers.
    To copy an Xcel sheet using the cursor (+)
    Position the cursor (+) at top left side of the page
    Left click the mouse to select entire page
    Ctrl C to copy
    Open the location to print
    Select Paste Special to a desired option to paste.

    Is this Xcel option still available; how to retrieve it if you no longer have it.

    • Hello Daniel Hudson,

      Thank you for your kind words and for turning to our page for Excel solutions!

      The method you described is quite common for selecting and copying content in Excel. Yes, the option to use the cursor to select the entire sheet, copy it, and paste using “Paste Special” is still available in Excel.

      To retrieve it:
      1. Select the entire sheet using the Select All button (the square between row numbers and column letters) or press Ctrl + A.
      2. Copy using Ctrl + C.
      3. Navigate to the desired location and use Paste Special (right-click >> Paste Special or Ctrl + Alt + V) to choose your paste option.
      If you’re having trouble accessing these features, please ensure your Excel version is updated. Let us know if you need further assistance!

      Regards
      ExcelDemy

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