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jackiebiggs
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Aug 23, 2021
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Zip+4 not showing the dash

hello. I combined two columns using the =CONCAT function. The two columns were zip code and then the Plus 4 digits.  I then highlighted the new column to change it to the Special Text Zip+4. However,...
  • SergeiBaklan's avatar
    Aug 23, 2021

    jackiebiggs 

    That since CONCAT() returns text, not number, and you shall re-enter after changing the type.

    You may change formula on O1 from =CONCAT(A1,B1) on =CONCAT(A1,B1)+0

    Apply ZIP+4 format to column O, select entire range (e.g. O1:O1000) and Ctrl+D.

     

    Alternatively use texts like =A1 & "-" & B1