Question

How to delete duplicate rows in excel except one

Answer 1

To delete duplicate rows in Excel and keep one instance, use the 'Remove Duplicates' feature in the 'Data' tab after selecting your data range. Ensure all columns are checked in the dialog box that appears to check the entire row for duplicates.

Step-by-step explanation:

To delete duplicate rows in Excel while keeping one instance of each, you can use the 'Remove Duplicates' feature. Here’s a simple guide to help you with the process:

1. Select the range of cells where you want to remove duplicates. If you want to select the entire dataset, click on a cell within your data and press Ctrl+A.
2. Go to the 'Data' tab on the Ribbon.
3. Click on the 'Remove Duplicates' button.
4. In the 'Remove Duplicates' dialog box, you can choose which columns to check for duplicates. If you want to check the entire row, ensure all columns are selected.
5. Click 'OK' and Excel will remove the duplicate rows, leaving only unique instances.

Remember to review your data before using the 'Remove Duplicates' feature, as this action cannot be undone after saving the file.