How to locate "defined names"

Phillip Richcreek 1,100 Reputation points
2026-06-20T20:34:11.34+00:00

I've defined names for a spreadsheet. I need to view the defined names. This illustrates what I mean by "defined names"

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2026-06-20T20:34:25.44+00:00

To see all the defined names in the workbook in Excel for Windows:

  1. Open the workbook.
  2. Go to the Formulas tab on the ribbon.
  3. In the Defined Names group, click Name Manager.

The Name Manager dialog box lists every defined name and table name. For each name you can see:

  • Name – the defined name (for example, Condo_Streets_Column).
  • Value – the current value or result of the name.
  • Refers to – the cell/range or formula the name points to.
  • Scope – whether it applies to the whole workbook or a specific worksheet.
  • Comment – any descriptive text stored with the name.

From this dialog you can also sort, filter, edit, or delete defined names.

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  1. Phillip Richcreek 1,100 Reputation points
    2026-06-20T20:46:52.7333333+00:00

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