Excel has a limited color model and you can't add/subtract from what's
offered; Try using the Insert menu > Picture command > from file to import a
jpeg or gif image, then size it to the cell. HTH
> Greets All
>
> I would like to make/add a pattern for a background cell in excel how can I
> make one and add it to the options in excel to choose from?
>
> Tia