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Replacing text in Google Sheets is a simple process that allows users to easily edit and update their spreadsheet data. To replace text, users can select the cell or cells containing the text they wish to replace, and then click on the “Find and Replace” option under the “Edit” tab. From there, users can enter the text they want to find and the text they want to replace it with. They can also choose to replace all instances of the text or only specific instances. This feature is particularly useful for making quick changes to large sets of data without having to manually edit each cell.
Replace Text in Google Sheets (With Examples)
This tutorial explains how to use the Find and replace function to replace specific text in Google Sheets.
Example: How to Replace Text in Google Sheets
Suppose we have the following dataset in Google Sheets that contains information about various basketball teams:
Suppose we would like to replace the text “West” with “W” and “East” with “E” in the Conference column.
To do so, highlight the Conference column:
Then click the Edit tab and click Find and replace:
In the Find and replace window that appears, type “West” in the Find box and “W” in the Replace with box, then click Replace all:
Each of the “West” values will automatically be replaced with “W” in the Conference column:
Next, in the Find and replace window, type “East” in the Find box and “E” in the Replace with box, then click Replace all:
Each of the “East” values will automatically be replaced with “E” in the Conference column:
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