Inconsistencies, duplicates, and formatting issues can result from multiple people working on an Excel sheet or data imported from other sources, making it look messy.
Cleanup formatting by using the Format Painter to copy formatting from one part of the sheet and paste it into another to ensure uniformity.
Remove unnecessary spaces by using the TRIM function in Excel and a helper cell to ensure accurate reporting and analysis.
Fill empty cells with values using the Go to Special feature, which is an autofill trick in Excel, insert a value in all the blank cells at once or fill them one by one for precision.
Remove duplicate data using conditional formatting to highlight them or use the Remove Duplicates tool to get rid of them.
Ensure consistent text case is used throughout the sheet by using functions like UPPER, LOWER, and PROPER in combination with a helper cell.
Split data into separate columns using the Text to Columns feature to transform a chaotic spreadsheet into a well-organized, professional document.
