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Split text into columns in Google Sheets

Complete “Split text into columns” in Google Sheets.

Verified by JosephineJuly 25, 2026About 40 seconds

Quick answer

Complete “Split text into columns” in Google Sheets.

Step-by-step

1

Open the practice sheetUse the example data shown below so the result is easy to check.

2

Split text into columnsComplete “Split text into columns” in Google Sheets.

3

Check the resultCompare the finished sheet with the expected result and correct the target range if needed.

Shortcut or faster method

Select the full target range first. This avoids repeating the same change cell by cell.

Expected result

The sheet reflects split text into columns.

Common mistake

Starting with the wrong cell or range selected.

Troubleshooting

Undo the last change, reselect the intended range, and try again. The sheet reflects split text into columns.

Video transcript

Open the prepared practice spreadsheet.
Open the practice sheet. Use the example data shown below so the result is easy to check.
Split text into columns. Complete “Split text into columns” in Google Sheets.
Check the result. Compare the finished sheet with the expected result and correct the target range if needed.
The sheet reflects split text into columns.