How to Insert Bullets in Microsoft Excel

Quick summary

You can insert bullets in Microsoft Excel using the CHAR function with character code 149, accessed through the Formulas tab. This method lets you add bullet points to any cell without needing special keyboard shortcuts or third-party tools.

Steps

1. Open your Microsoft Excel worksheet and select the cell where you want to insert the bullet.
2. Go to the top navigation bar and click Formulas.
3. Click AutoSum from the available options in the Formulas ribbon.
4. Click More Functions from the dropdown menu.
5. Find and select Char from the function list, then click Insert.
6. Click the Number field and type 149 — the specific character code for bullet points.
7. Click Insert to apply the CHAR function to your selected cell.
8. The bullet point will now appear inside your selected Excel cell.