Starting new instances of Excel

When working with Microsoft Excel, you may sometimes need to open multiple instances of the program. This can be useful when you want to work on different spreadsheets at the same time or compare data from different files. In this article, we will guide you through the process of starting new instances of Excel.

Method 1: Using the Taskbar

The easiest way to open a new instance of Excel is by using the Taskbar. Follow these steps:

1. Locate the Excel icon on your Taskbar. It usually looks like a green square with a white "X" in the middle.
2. Right-click on the Excel icon. A context menu will appear.
3. In the context menu, click on "Microsoft Excel" or "Excel" (depending on your version of Excel). This will open a new instance of Excel.

You can repeat these steps to open as many instances of Excel as you need.

Method 2: Using the Start Menu

If you prefer using the Start Menu, you can also open new instances of Excel from there. Here's how:

1. Click on the "Start" button located at the bottom-left corner of your screen. The Start Menu will open.
2. In the Start Menu, scroll through the list of programs until you find "Microsoft Excel" or "Excel" (depending on your version of Excel).
3. Click on "Microsoft Excel" or "Excel" while holding down the "Shift" key on your keyboard. This will open a new instance of Excel.

Again, you can repeat these steps to open multiple instances of Excel.

Method 3: Using the Run Dialog Box

If you prefer using keyboard shortcuts, you can use the Run dialog box to open new instances of Excel. Here's how:

1. Press the "Windows" key and the "R" key on your keyboard simultaneously. The Run dialog box will appear.
2. In the Run dialog box, type "excel" (without the quotes) and press "Enter". This will open a new instance of Excel.

You can use this method to quickly open multiple instances of Excel without using the mouse.

Now that you know how to start new instances of Excel, you can easily work on multiple spreadsheets or compare data from different files. Remember, each instance of Excel will run independently, allowing you to work on separate tasks simultaneously.

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