a) 32,768
b) 65,536
c) 1,048,576
d) 2,147,483,648
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c) 1,048,576
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In Microsoft Excel, the maximum number of rows in a worksheet is 1,048,576, and the maximum number of columns is 16,384. This limit applies to Excel 2007 and later versions (Excel 2010, 2013, 2016, 2019, and Excel for Microsoft 365). These numbers are based on the XLSX file format introduced with Excel 2007. In older Excel file formats like XLS (used in Excel 2003 and earlier), the maximum number of rows was 65,536.
Keep in mind that the actual number of rows and columns you can effectively use may be limited by factors like your computer’s memory and the complexity of your workbook. Very large Excel files with close to the maximum number of rows and columns can be resource-intensive and may not perform well on older or less powerful computers.
FAQs
Q1: What is the maximum number of rows in an Excel worksheet in Excel 2019?
Answer: In Excel 2019, the maximum number of rows in a worksheet is 1,048,576.
Q2: Can I change or increase the maximum number of rows in an Excel 2019 worksheet?
Answer: No, you cannot change or increase the maximum number of rows in an Excel 2019 worksheet. It is a fixed limitation of the software.
Q3: What do I do if I need to work with more data than Excel’s maximum row limit?
Answer: If you have data that exceeds Excel’s maximum row limit, you may need to consider using a database system or other specialized software designed for handling large datasets. Excel may not be the best tool for extremely large datasets.
Q4: Is there a maximum number of columns in an Excel 2019 worksheet as well?
Answer: Yes, in Excel 2019, the maximum number of columns in a worksheet is 16,384. Like the row limit, this column limit is fixed and cannot be increased.
