Common questions about inserting or deleting worksheets mainly involve recovery, quantity handling, and default naming; this section includes 4 FAQs and 3 glossary terms.
FAQ
Can I undo worksheet deletion directly?
- Check whether the current worksheet is still needed before deleting it.
- After you confirm deletion, the action cannot be undone directly.
- If the file is stored in the cloud, check whether an earlier version is available in version history.
How can I try to recover a worksheet deleted by mistake?
- Confirm whether the file is stored in the cloud.
- Open the file's version history if it is a cloud file.
- View or restore an earlier version that still contains the worksheet.
Can I delete multiple worksheets at one time?
- On mobile, deleting worksheets one by one is the safer workflow.
- Long-press one worksheet tab and choose Delete.
- Repeat the same steps for each worksheet you want to remove.
What is the default name of a new worksheet?
- After you insert a worksheet, the app assigns a default name in sequence.
- Common names include Sheet1 and Sheet2.
- Rename the worksheet later if you need clearer labels.
Glossary
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Worksheet | A single sheet inside a workbook for entering and organizing one set of data. |
| Workbook | A spreadsheet file that contains one or more worksheets. |
| Version history | A record of earlier cloud file versions that can help you review or restore previous content. |