What are some keyboard shortcuts to insert and delete data in SAS?

1 Adding and removing rows

One of the most common tasks in data entry is adding or removing rows of data. To insert a new row above the current one, press Ctrl + +. To delete the current row, press Ctrl + -. You can also use the Shift key to select multiple rows and then insert or delete them at once. For example, to insert three rows above the current one, press Shift + Down Arrow three times, then press Ctrl + +.

2 Adding and removing columns

Similarly, you may need to add or remove columns of data in your SAS dataset. To insert a new column to the left of the current one, press Alt + +. To delete the current column, press Alt + -. You can also use the Shift key to select multiple columns and then insert or delete them at once. For example, to insert two columns to the left of the current one, press Shift + Right Arrow twice, then press Alt + +.

3 Copying and pasting data

Another common task in data entry is copying and pasting data from one cell or range to another. To copy the current cell or range, press Ctrl + C. To paste the copied data to the current cell or range, press Ctrl + V. You can also use the Ctrl key to select non-adjacent cells or ranges and then copy and paste them together. For example, to copy the first and third columns of the current row, press Ctrl + Left Arrow, then press Ctrl + C, then press Ctrl + Right Arrow twice, then press Ctrl + V.

4 Finding and replacing values

Sometimes, you may need to find and replace values in your data, such as correcting typos, changing formats, or updating information. To find a value in your data, press Ctrl + F and enter the value in the Find box. To replace a value with another one, press Ctrl + H and enter the value in the Find box and the new value in the Replace box. You can also use the Options button to specify the scope, direction, and case sensitivity of your search and replace.

5 Transposing data

Another useful keyboard shortcut for data transformation in SAS is transposing data, which means switching the rows and columns of your data. This can help you change the layout or orientation of your data, or prepare it for analysis or presentation. To transpose data, select the range of data you want to transpose, press Ctrl + C to copy it, then select the cell where you want to paste the transposed data, and press Ctrl + Alt + V. Then, select the Transpose option from the Paste Special dialog box and click OK.

6 Sorting data

Finally, you may want to sort your data in ascending or descending order based on one or more variables. This can help you organize, group, or rank your data, or find outliers or patterns. To sort data, select the range of data you want to sort, and press Ctrl + A to select the entire dataset. Then, press Alt + D, then S to open the Sort dialog box. Then, choose the variable or variables you want to sort by, and the order you want to sort them in, and click OK.