Separate First, Middle, and Last Names Using Formulasįormulas allow you to slice and dice the text data and extract what you want. In case you have a dataset that may expand or change, you are better off using formulas to separate the names.
While Text to Columns is a fast and efficient way to split names, it’s suited only when you want the output to be a static result. There is already an option to use the comma as the delimiter, or you can select ‘Other’ option and specify a custom delimiter as well. In this case, you can specify the delimiter in Step 2 of 3 of the wizard. In case the delimiter is a comma or a combination of comma and space, you can still use the same steps.
In this example, I have shown you how to separate names that have space as the delimiter. Text to Columns option is best suited when you have consistent data (for example all names have first and last name only or all names have a first, middle, and last names).
Once done, you can delete the full name data if you want.Ī few things to know when using Text to Columns to separate first and last names in Excel: You can choose to overwrite the data or cancel Text to Columns and manually remove it first. Note: In case there is any data in the cells already (the ones where Text to Columns output is expected), Excel will show you a warning letting you know that there is some data already in the cells. The above steps would instantly split the names into first and last name (with first names in column B and last name in column C).
The Datepicker in Word would be ideal as it has a dropdown arrow to select the date but the default text is "Click here to enter a date" I note that if I use your calendar to insert a date, an icon will appear for users to very simply change the date, however this document will be of a legal nature and may end up as evidence in court proceedings etc, so I cannot have an old/incorrect date in the cell as a default for situations where no entry was required, as it would look like that date had actually been selected.Īlso, is there a way to choose 'longform' dates such as Saturday rather than 3/5/14.Īgain, thanks for your program and your online support. The form has about 20 or so cells that involve selecting a date to include. I am creating a Business User Form that must be functional for people with various computer knowledge. Is there a way to put a dropdown selector for your calendar in a cell so end users can simply click to enter date in that cell, much like the active x control in Office. Rod Ritchie Hi, and thanks for your program.