PROPER + TRIM (name cleanup) Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice
PROPER + TRIM (name cleanup) is an Excel Text function. Cleans up messy spacing AND fixes inconsistent capitalization in one step.
PROPER + TRIM (name cleanup) syntax
Arguments
text: Raw, messy text to clean
When to use PROPER + TRIM (name cleanup)
Standardizing a customer name list that was typed with inconsistent capitalization and stray spaces.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the PROPER + TRIM (name cleanup) function do in Excel?
Cleans up messy spacing AND fixes inconsistent capitalization in one step.
What is the syntax of PROPER + TRIM (name cleanup) in Excel?
The syntax is =PROPER(TRIM(text)). text: Raw, messy text to clean.
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