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TEXTSPLIT Function in Excel: Syntax, Examples and Free Practice

By Rinkesh Shah, founder of Cellgrids.

TEXTSPLIT is an Excel Text function. Splits text into rows or columns using delimiters.

TEXTSPLIT syntax

=TEXTSPLIT(text, col_delimiter, [row_delimiter])

Arguments

When to use TEXTSPLIT

TEXTSPLIT is used to clean up and reshape text data pulled from other systems before reporting on it.

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Learn more

Read the tutorial: Split text into columns.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the TEXTSPLIT function do in Excel?

Splits text into rows or columns using delimiters.

What is the syntax of TEXTSPLIT in Excel?

The syntax is =TEXTSPLIT(text, col_delimiter, [row_delimiter]). text: The text to work with; col_delimiter: The character that marks a new column; row_delimiter: The character that marks a new row (optional).

Where can I practice TEXTSPLIT online for free?

Open the free live spreadsheet on Cellgrids and try TEXTSPLIT yourself. No Excel install is needed and you can start without signing up.

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