Assist Pro+ / Data Cleaning

Add Prefix

Add text to the beginning of each value.

Where to find it

Follow the ribbon path.

Assist Pro + → Data Cleaning → Text → Add Prefix

Part of Assist Pro+. Eligible tools can also be selected through Assist Pro’s 30-tool Vault allowance. Check the Vault for availability.

Open the tool and follow its prompts. Use a copy of your workbook when trying an action for the first time, then check the result.

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Practical guidance

Use this tool in your workflow.

How to use

Select the relevant cells or data region, keeping a copy if the operation removes or overwrites values. On Assist Pro + › Data Cleaning › Text, choose Add Prefix to add text to the beginning of each value. Spot-check names, references and identifiers that might be case-sensitive.

Best use case

Standardising references with a fixed starting code.

Everyday Excel

Avoids editing inconsistent labels or text values individually when you need to add text to the beginning of each value.

Accounting and audit

Standardises GL narratives, account descriptions and document references by helping add text to the beginning of each value.