You could try: format / sheet / background.... It won't print, but it will display the way you
want.

HTH,
Bernie
MS Excel MVP


"cjones" wrote in message
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I'd like to import an 8 1/2" x 11" jpg image into an exel 2000 spreadsheet
and be able to enter data into the cells and still see the image underneath.
Is this possible and how do I do it.