Written by Allen Wyatt (last updated January 19, 2021)
This tip applies to Excel 97, 2000, 2002, and 2003
Many macros that you record or create are used for a specific purpose; they are not intended to be used over and over again for long periods of time. This means that as your needs change, you will have occasion to delete macros. To delete a macro, follow these steps:
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