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To combine data for similar phrase

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    To combine data for similar phrase

    Hi,

    I have some data from a database that have different result for the same texts in different formats.

    eg.


    catering rome 300
    [catering rome] 200
    "catering rome" 100

    I am looking for a way to let the file become more readable in the below format.

    catering rome 300 200 100


    I could do this manually but there are many data to be processed and I was wondering if I could use excel to help me automate some of the process.


    1. At first, I thought of using some formula to clean up the word eg "[catering rome]" to remove the "[" and "]", likewise for "catering rome". I would want to clean up the " " ". So when its clean, I will then use a compare field to make sure they are the same words before combining the data.


    2. Any mutil-steps solutions are welcome.

    I would really appreciate it if the experts here can offer me some insights.
    Please note that I am a excel newbie and do not be too tough on me.
    Thanks!

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    Re: To combine data for similar phrase

    Hi use CTRL + H and get rid of unneeded signs
    Regards

    tom1977

    If You are satisfied with my solution click the small star icon on the left to say thanks.

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