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how to combine two columns of text Excel, one column of cells has first name and then the 2nd column of cells has last name, into one cell.
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how to combine two columns of text Excel, one column of cells has first name and then the 2nd column of cells has last name, into one cell.
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Copy the formula in column C down the column as required.
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how to combine two columns of text Excel, one column of cells has first name and then the 2nd column of cells has last name, into one cell.
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Hi Cliff,
The link is intentional.
It provides access to several free Excel programs I offer.
Nothing Left to Lose
Dear Nothing Left to Lose,
Thanks for sharing the suggestions here.
As the forum is public, I'd like to confirm whether the link and the files in the link here can be shared or not here directly.
If yes, please add your confirmation and I'll remove it after 24 hours if there is no confirmation from you to protect your privacy.
Thanks for your understanding.
Cliff