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DrewAHS
Copper Contributor
Dec 05, 2023

Can't change width of Column A

I'm losing my mind trying to expand the width of column A but it seems to be hidden...but it's not. I've double check multiple time to reveal all hidden cells. I'm turned off the filters. And I've un...
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NikolinoDE
Gold Contributor
Dec 06, 2023

DrewAHS 

If you are unable to change the width of Column A in Excel despite checking for hidden cells, turning off filters, and ensuring that the sheet is unprotected, there might be a few other possibilities to consider:

1. Frozen Panes:

Check if there are frozen panes in your worksheet. Frozen panes can restrict the adjustment of column widths. Go to the "View" tab and check if there's an option for "Unfreeze Panes" or "Freeze Panes." If there's an option to unfreeze panes, select it.

2. Merged Cells:

Merged cells can also affect column width adjustments. Ensure that there are no merged cells within or around Column A. If there are merged cells, unmerge them by selecting the merged area and choosing the "Unmerge Cells" option.

3. Protecting Specific Cells or Sheet:

Verify if there are any specific cells or the entire sheet that is protected. Even if you've unprotected the sheet, certain cells might still be protected. Right-click on the sheet tab, choose "Protect Sheet," and ensure that all options are unchecked.

4. Data Validation:

Check for data validation rules in Column A. Sometimes, data validation can restrict the changes to column widths. Go to the "Data" tab, select "Data Validation," and check if there are any rules applied to the cells in Column A.

5. Excel Version or File Corruption:

If the issue persists, it could be related to the specific Excel version or file. Try opening the file on a different computer or creating a new Excel file to see if the problem persists.

If none of the above suggestions resolves the issue, there might be a more specific problem with the Excel file. In such cases, you may want to consider copying the data to a new worksheet or workbook to see if the problem persists. If the issue is file-specific, it could be related to corruption in the file. The text and steps were edited with the help of AI.

 

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