Power Query - Combine Excel files with different sheet names
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Jun 5, 2023 9:00 PM

Power Query - Combine Excel files with different sheet names

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How to consolidate multiple Excel files when the sheet names are different. The team and I at Access Analytic develop Power BI and Excel solutions for clients i

More about Power Query - Combine Excel files with different sheet names

Power Query - Combine Excel files with different sheet names is a feature of Microsoft Power Query that allows users to combine multiple Excel files into a single Excel file, even when the sheet names are different. This is a particularly useful feature for users who have a lot of data stored in multiple Excel files, as it allows users to quickly and easily combine the data into a single file. Power Query also allows users to easily combine data from different sources, such as text files, csv files, and other databases. This makes it easy to analyze and compare data from multiple sources.

Power Query

Power Query is a powerful data processing engine developed by Microsoft for quickly and easily combining and transforming data from multiple sources. It is part of the Microsoft Power BI suite, providing an intuitive and user-friendly way to work with data. It can be used to combine data from different sources, cleanse and transform data, and even automate data processing tasks. Power Query is especially useful for consolidating Excel files, when the sheet names are different.

Benefits of Power Query

Power Query has a range of benefits for users of Microsoft Excel. It simplifies the process of combining data from multiple sources, and can be used to quickly and easily create data models for analysis. It can also be used to cleanse and transform data, making it ready for detailed analysis. Power Query also has the ability to automate data processing tasks, making it easier to keep data up-to-date and accurate.

Wyn Hopkins and Access Analytic

Wyn Hopkins is the founder and managing director of Access Analytic, a company based in Australia that specializes in developing Power BI and Excel solutions for clients, as well as delivering training around the world. Access Analytic has a range of experience and expertise in working with Power Query, and Wyn has written a book entitled "Power BI for the Excel Analyst" which covers the use of Power Query in detail.

What Else Can I Learn About Power Query?

Power Query is a powerful tool with many features and capabilities. Besides data consolidation and transformation, Power Query can also be used to automate data processing tasks, merge data from multiple sources, filter and sort data, and create custom functions. It can also be used to group and summarize data, create custom visuals, and format data. Additionally, Power Query can be used to create and share reports, as well as export data to other applications. Power Query also provides a range of options for customizing the user experience, making it easier to work with data.

 

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