How to merge cells in Excel?

How to Merge Cells

As was already noted, merging cells involves combining two or smaller cells into one large one. So first, let's look at how to combine cells in Excel on the Windows platform.

Step 1: Open Microsoft Excel and enter data into the spreadsheet.

Step 2: Drag the mouse over the two cells while still holding the left click to highlight them. Choosing the initial cell, holding shift, then pressing the right arrow key to pick all adjacent cells is another method of choosing the desired cells. For instance, in the illustration, the user merges A1 and B1.

Step 3: Choose "Merge Cells" from the "Merge" icon next to the "Home" tab.

Step 4: Cells A1 and B1 are combined in three easy steps.

Remember that only the data in the left cell is saved by the process (in this case, A1). Therefore, when combining the cells, copy and paste any data from B1 or adjacent cells somewhere else to prevent data loss.

Concatenate Method

Data loss is one of the risks associated with using an Excel sheet and learning the shortcuts to complete tasks. Using the CONCATENATE technique while combining cells is one way to prevent data loss.

According to the above example, the C1 cell must contain the CONCATENATE formula. CONCATENATE(A1," ", B1) is the type.

A space is required as a separator when using the CONCATENATE technique. The command can also be used without a separator, though. Enter =CONCATENATE in that case (A1, B1).

Merge and Center Cells

Users prefer the titles of the spreadsheets to be at the center of marketing efforts and brochures. Use these methods to merge and center your data.

Step 1: Choose the cells that need to be combined.

Step 2: Locate the "Merge & Center" menu on the "Home" tab and choose "Merge & Center" from the dropdown list.

Step 3: The data will be merged into the center of the selected cells.

If you have content in different cells, be aware that all other cells' data will be wiped except for the left cell.

How to Merge Cells in Excel Without Losing Data?

Want to merge cells without losing information from all but the upper left cell? Easy. To combine information from two or more cells, use the CONCATENATE function or the ampersand (&).

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Ampersand Step 1: Decide which cell will hold the merged data. Ensure this is not included in the cells you are merging.

Step 2: Choose the first cell to combine and type = in the empty cell.

Step 3: Enter & and " " to separate the data in each cell by a space.

Step 4: Type & one more before deciding which cell to select. Continue this process for each cell you want to merge. Here's an illustration: =D5&" "&E5.

Step 5: Hit Enter. You can see in the example how cells D5 and E5's text are combined into cell F5.

Merge Multiple Cells

It's time for a more advanced course now that you have uncovered the complexities and generally accepted methods of combining cells in Excel. Are you aware that many merging options are available depending on the type of spreadsheet and the desired results? Put your seats on and begin reading.

Merge Across Users can merge several cells in a row by choosing the "Merge Across" option. It is advantageous if a row has a lengthy list of data better suited to one cell. However, merging cells from different rows is not possible with this operation.

Step 1: While holding down the left mouse button, move the cursor from the beginning of the row to the desired destination. It will be A2 to R2 in this case.

Step 2: Choose the "Home" tab. Locate the "Merge" icon, then click it. There will be a dropdown. Choose "Merge Across."

The row's cells will merge.

Merge Cells Option

Users can combine multiple cells that are adjacent to one another using the "Merge Cells" option. Moreover, it may combine cells in rows and columns. The command functions similarly to Excel's "Merge & Center" option. Yet, after merging, the data is oriented to the left.

Merge & Center

As noted, "Merge & Center" enables users to centralize the text in the left-most column while merging cells across rows and columns. But, again, remember to move all the other information aside from the cell on the left.

Shortcut to Merge Cells

If you must combine many cells, repeatedly clicking the appropriate "Merge" function can be tedious. Instead, start by highlighting the cells you want to merge to merge them quickly. Then press the keys shown below. Excel Shortcuts for Windows

• Merge Cells: ALT H+M+M
• Merge & Center: ALT H+M+C
• Merge Across: ALT H+M+A
• Unmerge Cells: ALT H+M+U

Excel Shortcuts for OS Since the Mac operating system lacks an ALT key, you must create your shortcut to combine cells.

• Click 'Tools' in the navigation bar of Excel.
• A custom keyboard can be chosen.
• There will be a pop-up. There are two columns, Commands and Categories, under the headline "Specify a Command." Choose "Home Tab" under Categories. Go to Commands and choose "Merge Cells."
• Choose the text field next to "Press a new keyboard shortcut." The keystrokes for your shortcut should be typed. Consider CONTROL+M.
• To create your shortcut, click "OK."
• Excel now allows you to merge cells using CONTROL+M.
• Add more shortcuts for merging across, merging with the center, and unmerging.

Unmerge Cells

Perhaps you used too many cells in your excitement to practice your new skills of excel. Not to worry. Follow these instructions to unmerge your cells.

• The cells you want to unmerge are highlighted.
• Click the "Merge" icon and select "Unmerge Cells" from the Home tab's list of options.
• Your cells will revert to their normal formatting, but the data from before the merging will be gone.
• If you require that data, press "Command" + Z (OS) or "CTRL" + Z (Windows) to reverse your actions and wait for the information to appear.