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Trim whitespace in Google Sheets

Complete “Trim whitespace” in Google Sheets.

Verified by JosephineJuly 25, 2026About 35 seconds

Quick answer

Complete “Trim whitespace” in Google Sheets.

Step-by-step

1

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

2

Trim whitespaceComplete “Trim whitespace” 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

Use the menu path shown in the video and keep the target range selected until the change is applied.

Expected result

The sheet reflects trim whitespace.

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 trim whitespace.

Video transcript

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