How to Merge Duplicate Cells in Excel

Using the Merge Duplicates Wizard

To combine duplicate rows in Excel, the Merge Duplicates Wizard within the Ablebits Ultimate Suite for Excel is a powerful tool designed for column-organized datasets. It simplifies the process of merging rows with duplicate entries.

Selecting Key Columns

Start by selecting key columns to identify duplicates. The wizard uses these columns to determine which rows to merge.

Choosing Delimiters

Customize how you merge values by selecting from various delimiters such as semicolon, comma, or space. The wizard allows different delimiters for each column.

Including Unprocessed Columns

Include data from unprocessed columns in the final output to retain all relevant information in your merged cells.

Creating Scenarios

Automate repetitive tasks by creating and using scenarios, reducing the number of clicks and saving time with the Merge Duplicates Wizard.

Compatibility

This tool is compatible with Microsoft Excel 365, 2021, 2016, and beyond, working seamlessly as an add-in with both 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Excel.

Customer Support

Ablebits offers extensive customer support for the Merge Duplicates Wizard, including email, live chat, and phone options, along with a 60-day money-back guarantee and free upgrades for 2 years.

Conclusion

The Merge Duplicates Wizard from Ablebits Ultimate Suite for Excel is an indispensable tool for merging duplicate cells efficiently, making it highly recommended for any Excel user.

Common Use Cases

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  Creating a clean and organized header for a report that spans multiple columns
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  Combining multiple entries into a single cell for a simplified view of data
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  Consolidating information from multiple cells to improve readability of a schedule or calendar
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  Merging cells to format a list or table for a presentation or printed material
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  Aligning data entries with merged cells to prevent misinterpretation of data sets

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