Cannot shift objects off sheet
This is for Excel 2007 but may apply to older versions.
When you attempt to insert rows or hide columns you may get
"Cannot shift objects off sheet"
Changing the properties of objects such as cell comments may fix the issue. Follow these steps
- Right-click a cell that has a hidden comment
- Choose Show/Hide Comments
- Position the cursor over one corner of the cell till you see a four-pointed arrow
- Click to select the comment box
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Select Format
- This is located in the Cells group on the Home tab
- Choose Format Comment
- Click Properties
- Click Move and Size with Cells
- Click OK