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How do I delete unused rows in a macro?
I have a sheet into which I record new customer enquiries in consecutive rows. Formula in the same row in subsequent columns pick out keywords and construct an appropriate reply from concatenated...
Smitty Smith wrote:
The easiest way is to use a Filter on a column that has your delete criteria, then Go To (F5) > Special > Visible cells only > Delete rows > turn off the filter. All of which is easily recordable.
... thanks for this. Didn't think of filters so I'm working on it. After selecting "Visible cells only >" I'm not getting "Delete rows" but XThe selection already contains only visible cells"
As I say, I'm working on it so any help is invaluable. Thank you for helping.
If your data is in a table, you can use Alt+H+D+L. If it's in a regular range, you can use Alt+E+D+R. Or the long way, go to Home > Cells > Delete >Delete sheet/table rows.
Many thanks
I've actually managed to solve the problem in rather a complex way.
I have introduced an IF column of cells filled with IF(data_cell= "",9,1)
so when data is entered in the relevant data_cell the corresponding cell changes from 9 to 1.
Then further IF statements determine IF(cell=1,data,"") so now, all unused cells are blank.
When the Macro adds the cells to the master customer sheet, the SORT ignores the blank cells.
Well, it might not be the best solution, but it works!
Thanks for your help -I'm learning !!