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CONCATENATE

The CONCATENATE function in Google Sheets is a powerful tool to append strings to one another. Whether you're combining first and last names, creating custom descriptions, or manipulating text data, the CONCATENATE function simplifies the task. Dive into our comprehensive guide to master its application.

Function Syntax and Parameters

Syntax: CONCATENATE(string1, [string2, ...])

Parameters:

  • string1: The first string to concatenate.
  • string2, ...: [Optional] Additional strings to concatenate.

Step-by-Step Tutorial

  1. Using CONCATENATE with individual strings:

    • Example: =CONCATENATE("Hello", " ", "World")
    • Result: Hello World

  2. Using CONCATENATE with cell references:

    • Example: If A1 has the value Hello and B1 has the value World, then =CONCATENATE(A1, " ", B1) will return Hello World.

Use Cases and Scenarios

  1. Name Combination: Combine first and last names into a full name.
  2. Text Manipulation: Append prefixes or suffixes to existing text.
  3. Custom Descriptions: Create detailed descriptions using multiple strings.

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