TRIM in WPS on Windows FAQ

These FAQs cover 3 common question types about formula entry, result checking, and text cleanup scope, plus a short glossary for key terms.

FAQ

Why does the TRIM function show no result after I enter it?

1. Make sure the formula starts with =.
2. Check that the function name is entered as TRIM and the parentheses are complete.
3. Press Enter and confirm that the current cell is editable.

Why does the text look unchanged after TRIM runs?

1. Check whether the original text already has no extra spaces.
2. Compare the source cell and the result cell to confirm the reference is correct.
3. If the text contains special whitespace characters, inspect the data source further.

How do I clean extra spaces in a whole column?

1. Enter a formula such as =TRIM(A2) in the first result cell.
2. Press Enter and confirm the result is correct.
3. Drag the fill handle to copy the formula through the target range.

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