Which Excel shortcut is used to insert the current date in a selected cell?

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Computer Aptitude - Keyboard Shortcuts

Which Excel shortcut is used to insert the current date in a selected cell?

ACtrl + ;

BCtrl + Shift + L

CCtrl + `

DShift + ;

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1: Identify required function
The task is to insert today’s date into the active cell.
Step 2: Apply the correct Excel shortcut
Ctrl + ; inserts the system date into the selected cell.
Final Answer:
Ctrl + ; → Option A
Quick Check:
Press Ctrl + ; in Excel → today’s date appears in the cell. ✅

Quick Trick: Semicolon (;) stands for ‘today’.

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