Final answer:
To remove blanks from a slicer in Excel, ensure no blank cells in the data column or replace them with a placeholder. Within the slicer, uncheck the (Blanks) item from the filter options to exclude it from the results.
Step-by-step explanation:
To remove blanks from a slicer in Excel, you must first ensure that there are no blank cells in the data column that the slicer references. If the blank cells are necessary, you could replace them with a placeholder such as "N/A" or a similar term that denotes their meaning. However, if you simply want to filter out the blanks from a slicer without altering the data, here are the steps:
1. Click on the slicer to activate it.
2. You will see all the items listed in the slicer, including the blanks.
3. Click on the filter button at the top right corner of the slicer.
4. Uncheck the box next to the (Blanks) item to exclude it from the slicer's filtering options.
5. Click OK, and the slicer will now exclude all blank values.
If the (Blans) item does not appear, this signifies that there are no blank cells within the range of data used for the slicer. Should the issue persist, it might be necessary to troubleshoot your data range for hidden blank cells or discrepancies.