How to convert crosstab data into tabular format - multiple headers and blocks
Cross tab data is common. Cross Tab means data that has headings for rows as well as columns. It is a good format for output or reports.
Cross tab data is common. Cross Tab means data that has headings for rows as well as columns.
It is a good format for output or reports. But a very bad format for input data.
Sadly, we do receive lot of input data as a cross tab - often in multiple pieces.
Analysing cross tab data is a laborious and inefficient process.
The best approach is to convert it to tabular format and then analysis becomes very easy.
This video shows multiple cross tab formats and how to convert it to tabular format easily using multiple methods. The key is to understand the unpivot other columns and Power Query Fill Down option.
Incorporate this into your data cleanup process and save hours of repetitive and manual work.
What is Cross Tab Data in Excel?
A cross tab, or cross tabulation, is a type of data table that displays the relationship between two or more variables. In Excel, a cross tab can be created using a pivot table. A pivot table is a special type of tool that allows you to rearrange and summarize data from a table or range of cells in a flexible and interactive way. When you create a pivot table, you can drag and drop different fields from your data table into the pivot table layout to create a cross tab.
You can then use the pivot table to view the relationships between the different fields and to see how the data is distributed across different categories. Pivot tables are a powerful tool for data analysis and can help you quickly and easily gain insights from your data.
Make summary data easier to read by using a crosstab query
To make summary data in Access easier to read and understand, consider using a crosstab query. A crosstab query calculates a sum, average, or other aggregate function, and then groups the results by two sets of values— one set on the side of the datasheet and the other set across the top.