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Column Conundrums Solved! Your Quick Guide to Adding Columns in Google Sheets

Stuck trying to expand your Google Sheets masterpiece? Adding a column is easier than you think! This quick guide will have you inserting new columns like a pro.

There are several ways to add a column, choose the one that suits you best:

* **Right-Click Magic:** Select the column *to the right* of where you want the new column. Right-click on the column letter and choose 'Insert column left'. Bam! New column created.
* **The Insert Menu:** Similar to the right-click method, select the column to the right of your desired location. This time, click on 'Insert' in the menu bar, then select 'Column left'.
* **Keyboard Shortcut (For the Speedy):** Select a column, then press **Ctrl + Alt + +** (or **Cmd + Option + +** on a Mac). A new column will appear to the left.

Pro Tip: Want to add multiple columns at once? Highlight the *number* of columns you want to add, and then use any of the methods above. For example, highlighting 3 columns and using 'Insert column left' will insert 3 new columns! Now go forth and expand your spreadsheet horizons!

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