5 Differences in Concatenate and Transpose function in Excel

Excel has a variety of functions and formulas. Formulas for almost every type of function that you might be willing to perform in Excel. Every formula in Excel has its syntax and usage. You might have heard of transpose function and concatenate function.

5 DIFFERENCES IN CONCATENATE AND TRANSPOSE FUNCTION IN EXCEL

Here are five differences in each function.

• Use

Concatenate function: Concatenate function in Excel is to combine text. The text can be combined in multiple columns or rows for which we want the result combined in 1 single cell.

Transpose Function: Transpose function in Excel is to convert a range from rows to columns. We can do this by using the paste unique feature, but there are chances to create duplicates. So, it is suggested to use the Transpose function to transform the rows into columns and columns into rows.

• Syntax

Concatenate function syntax: =CONCATENATE(text1, text2, text 3,...)

Transpose Function syntax: =Transpose(array)

• Situation

Concatenate Function: To combine the text in two columns to create a new field for further usage; in such a scenario, we can use the concatenate function in Excel. It generates Unique IDs, codes, and full names or puts entire information in 1 cell.

Transpose Function: Often, there is a situation where we feel that the data needs to be cleaned and re-arranged for a better understanding of it. In such a scenario, we can use the Transpose function of Excel. Where the data array being selected can be transformed into a new, understandable format.

• How to use

Concatenate Function: To use the concatenate function in Excel, all you need to do is go to the desired cell where you need the result, enter the formula as, =CONCATENATE(), in the brackets, select the cell references with the input texts if you want to put in the input text without cell reference use quotation marks for the reader. And that's it, you have your combined text in 1 cell.

Transpose Function: To use the transpose function, you need to go to the cells where you want the data to be rearranged; it can be in a new cell in the same sheet or a new sheet in the same workbook. Enter the formula as =Transpose( ). Type or select the cell references within the brackets where the data lies.

• Example

Concatenate Function: Suppose you have Column A with first names and Column B with second names. You want the employees' full names in column C. Cell A1 has the name Goerge, and B1 has Bush, the function in the first cell C1 will be =Concatenate(A1,”, “B1) and the output will be Goerge Bush.

Transpose Function: Suppose that in Column A, you have the months (A1:A12) and the sales(B1:B12) in Column B. You can use the transpose function to arrange the data to obtain months in rows and deals in the cells below it. The formula will be =Transpose(A1:B12). And now you have the final result.

Try using different formulas in Excel to perform various calculations and tasks. Let us know in the comments section which is your favorite Formula.