Rename a Worksheet

When a new worksheet is created, the Spreadsheet assigns it a generic name, such as Sheet1, Sheet2, etc.

To rename a worksheet, double-click its sheet tab on the Sheet tab bar to invoke the Rename Sheet dialog box, or ...

... right-click the sheet tab of the worksheet and select the Rename item from the invoked menu. Rename the worksheet and click OK.

The Spreadsheet sets the following rules for a valid worksheet name.

  • The maximum length of a worksheet name is 31 characters.

  • A worksheet name must not be an empty string.

  • A worksheet name must not include the following characters: \ , /, ?, :, *, [, ].

  • A worksheet name must not start or end with a single quote.

  • A worksheet name must not be equal to a name of another existing worksheet.