Rename a sheet in Excel 2016 for Mac

You can rename a worksheet by changing its name at the bottom of the workbook window.

Rename a worksheet

The sheet controls are all available at the bottom of the workbook window:

1. Tab scrolling buttons

2. Sheet tab

3.  Add a sheet

4.  Tab split bar

To rename a worksheet:

1. Hold down CONTROL and click the sheet tab.

2. Click Rename.

3. Type the new name over the current name.

   Note: Sheet names cannot exceed 31 characters, cannot be blank, and cannot contain the following characters: : \ / * [ ] ?