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How to Insert an Image Behind Cells in Google Sheets (2024)

December 5, 2024

In this tutorial, we will show you how to insert an image behind cells in Google Sheets in just a few simple steps. Simply follow the steps below.

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Insert an Image Behind Cells in Google Sheets

Follow the steps below to insert an image behind cells in Google Sheets.

1. Open Google Sheets and Select Cell

On your Google Sheets, select the cell where you want to put your picture. 

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2. Select "Image in Cell"

From the "Insert" menu, hover over "Image" and select "Image in Cell." This will allow you to insert the image inside a specific cell.

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3. Upload or Choose an Image

Upload an image from your device or pick one from Google Drive. Once selected, the image will automatically fit into the cell.

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4. Adjust Image Placement

Use the alignment tools to adjust the image's placement in the cell.

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We hope that you now know how you can insert an image behind cells in Google Sheets. If you enjoyed this article, you might also like our articles on how to insert a table from Google Sheets to Google Slides and inserting a Google Docs file into Google Sheets.

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