Unfortunately, Excel's built-in "Freeze Panes" functionality is limited to freezing rows and columns.
However, there are a few creative workarounds to achieve a similar effect for specific scenarios:

1. Split Window:

This method is suitable if you want to freeze a specific section of your sheet while scrolling vertically and horizontally. Here's how:

- Place your cursor in the row or column where you want the split to occur.
- Go to the "View" tab.
- In the "Window" section, click "Split." This will split your worksheet into panes, allowing you to scroll independently in each pane.

2. Multi-Pane Scrolling:

Similar to the split window, this technique allows you to freeze specific panes while independently scrolling others.

- Use the "Freeze Panes" function to freeze the desired rows or columns as usual.
- Go to the "View" tab.
- In the "Window" section, click "New Window." This creates a new window displaying the same worksheet.
- Arrange the windows to show the frozen section in one window and the scrolling area in the other. You can then scroll each window independently.

3. Advanced Techniques (Using Macros or VBA):

For more complex freezing scenarios, you can explore using macros or VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) scripting within Excel. These methods offer greater flexibility but require some programming knowledge.

- Macros: You can record a macro that replicates specific scrolling actions you want to "freeze." When played back, the macro will mimic that behavior.

- VBA: VBA allows you to write custom code for more intricate freezing functionalities. This approach requires familiarity with VBA programming.

Important Note: While these workarounds offer more flexibility than the basic "Freeze Panes" function, they might be less intuitive and require more setup compared to the standard freezing options.
Choose the method that best suits your comfort level and the complexity of your freezing needs.