How to Remove Duplicates in Excel
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How to Remove Duplicates in Excel
Duplicate data can create confusion and inaccuracies in Excel. Here's how you can quickly remove duplicates.
Method 1: Using the Remove Duplicates Feature
This built-in Excel feature allows you to remove duplicates easily.
1. Select the range of data (e.g., A1:D100).
2. Go to the Data tab and click Remove Duplicates.
3. Select the columns where you want to remove duplicates.
4. Click OK. Excel will remove the duplicate values.
2. Go to the Data tab and click Remove Duplicates.
3. Select the columns where you want to remove duplicates.
4. Click OK. Excel will remove the duplicate values.
Method 2: Using Excel Formulas
If you prefer to highlight duplicates before removing them, you can use conditional formatting.
1. Select your data range.
2. Go to Home > Conditional Formatting > Highlight Cells Rules > Duplicate Values.
3. Choose a formatting style and click OK.
4. Filter and delete the highlighted duplicate rows if necessary.
2. Go to Home > Conditional Formatting > Highlight Cells Rules > Duplicate Values.
3. Choose a formatting style and click OK.
4. Filter and delete the highlighted duplicate rows if necessary.
Method 3: Using Power Query
For larger datasets, Power Query provides an efficient way to remove duplicates.
1. Select your data and go to Data > Get & Transform > From Table/Range.
2. In the Power Query Editor, select the column(s) you want to check.
3. Click Remove Duplicates.
4. Click Close & Load to apply changes.
2. In the Power Query Editor, select the column(s) you want to check.
3. Click Remove Duplicates.
4. Click Close & Load to apply changes.
By using these methods, you can efficiently clean up your Excel sheets and ensure accurate data analysis.