When you delete data from cells, the empty cells remain.

To delete cell data but preserve cell formatting:

•	Select the cells you want to delete, then press the Delete key.

To delete cell data and formatting:

•	Select the cells you want to delete, then choose Cut or Clear from the Edit menu.

Related topics

	Entering and editing spreadsheet data
	Inserting and removing spreadsheet cells, rows, or columns
	Formatting spreadsheet cells