Whenever I copy a cell in Excel, the program becomes unresponsive. I've discovered a workaround: selecting the cell and copying it from the formula bar prevents the freeze. However, it's inconvenient to do this every time.
So you’re experiencing an issue where Excel freezes whenever you copy a cell directly. You’ve found a workaround by copying the cell through the formula bar, but it’s quite inconvenient.
Let’s explore more straightforward solutions to fix this issue. Here are some potential steps to get your clipboard function working smoothly again:
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Check Compatibility Mode: Ensure that Excel is not running in compatibility mode. This has been known to cause freezing issues with copy and paste functions.
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Inspect Your Worksheet: Hidden objects, conditional formatting, or locked cells might be causing the freeze. Check if there are any hidden objects, and see if you can uncheck any unnecessary items in the clipboard options.
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Disable Add-ins: Disable all add-ins and see if the issue is resolved. If it is, then you will need to isolate which add-in is causing the issue.
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Clear Clipboard History: Sometimes, clearing the clipboard history can help. Look for the clipboard button near the bottom right corner of the Home tab and select it. Ensure all options from the clipboard are unchecked.
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Safe Mode and Windows Troubleshooting: Start Excel in Safe Mode and see if the issue persists. Also, use Windows’s built-in troubleshooters to check for any system-related issues.
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Office Updates and Registration: Ensure your Office installation and all its components are up-to-date. If you’ve made changes to your user profile, try resetting it to its default state.
If none of these steps resolve your issue, it may be worth considering running Windows troubleshooters or deferred updates to identify any system-specific problems.