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How to Insert a Degree Symbol in Microsoft Excel for Mac

Updated on:
May 12, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to insert a degree symbol in Excel on a Mac.

Quick summary

This tutorial shows how to insert a degree symbol in Microsoft Excel for Mac using the built-in Symbol dialog via the Insert menu — no keyboard shortcuts or formulas required.


Steps

  1. Select the cell in your Microsoft Excel worksheet where you want to insert the degree symbol.
  2. Go to the top menu bar and click Insert.
  3. Choose Symbol from the available menu options.
  4. In the Symbol dialog, find and select the degree symbol (°).
  5. Confirm the selection — the degree symbol will be inserted into your chosen cell.

📌 Why this matters

Inserting a degree symbol in Microsoft Excel for Mac is a common need for users working with temperature data, scientific measurements, or geographic coordinates. Unlike Windows, Mac users cannot rely on a simple numeric keypad shortcut, making the Insert Symbol method the most reliable approach. Knowing this workflow saves time and ensures accurate data formatting without resorting to workarounds like CHAR formulas or copy-paste. This demo provides a clear, step-by-step visual guide so any Excel for Mac user can add the degree symbol confidently in seconds.
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