If you are converting more than one column of text to numbers, this is an excellent method to use. Select a blank cell and type 1 into it. Then press Press CTRL + C to copy the cell.

Microsoft Excel depends on data that’s stored correctly. If you receive text values that should be real numbers, use one of these methods to get you back to the real work.

If you want to parse strings such as "First Last" into separate columns, you don't need to use fancy formulas. Excel has a tool that makes the job a snap. In “Save time by using Excel’s Left ...