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Save Time with Excel's Flash Fill Feature

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Excel - Using the Flash Fill Feature


Excel's Flash Fill feature is a powerful tool that can save you time by automatically filling in data based on patterns. Whether you're working with names, dates, or other repetitive data, Flash Fill can help you complete your tasks more efficiently.

How to Use Flash Fill:

  1. Enter Data: Start by typing the data you want to fill in. For example, if you have a list of names in the format "First Last" and you want to separate them into two columns, type the first name in the first cell of the new column.

  2. Activate Flash Fill: Press "Ctrl + E" or go to the "Data" tab and click "Flash Fill." Excel will automatically fill in the rest of the column based on the pattern it detects.

  3. Review and Adjust: Check the filled data to ensure it matches your expectations. Make any necessary adjustments.

Flash Fill is a handy feature that can save you time and effort when working with repetitive data. Give it a try and see how it can improve your workflow!


 
 
 

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