The formula bar font in Excel can look smaller on high-resolution screens, but it’s easy to adjust. Also, you can change the default family font 'Monospace' for a better reading.
How to Adjust the Formula Bar Font Size
If you find the default font size too small, follow these steps to increase it:
- Go to File > Options.
- Click on the General tab.
- Adjust the Font Size (e.g., 16).
- Restart Excel to apply the changes.
You can also find the same option under the Accessibility tab. Here’s how:
- Go to File > Options.
- Open the Accessibility tab.
- Adjust the Font Size (e.g., 16).
- Restart Excel to see the changes.
Change Font Family 'Monospace'
In 2024, Microsoft decided to change the font family of the formula bar to Monospace. The goal was to have all the letters the same width to simplify readability. However, many people don't like this new font.
But, you can revert to the previous font family from Excel 365 options by going to the menu File > Excel Options > Formulas > Use Monospace font for all formulas
Conclusion
Adjusting the formula bar font in Excel improves readability and reduces eye strain, especially for long work sessions.
- Use Display Settings: Enlarge Windows display settings to make Excel, including the formula bar, more readable.
- Use Zoom: While not specific to the formula bar, zooming increases the visible size of all content in Excel.
These simple adjustments help create a comfortable workspace, ensuring productivity and visual comfort.
