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How To Insert Page Break Between Rows In Excel

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    Inserting a page break in Excel can streamline the presentation of your data by controlling exactly where one page ends and the next begins. This process is essential for organizing large datasets into readable segments.

    While Excel provides a built-in feature for inserting page breaks between rows, many users find the functionality limited and not very intuitive. In contrast, Sourcetable offers a more user-friendly approach to managing page breaks. Let's explore why Sourcetable is easier for inserting page breaks than Excel.

    Inserting a Page Break in Excel Between Rows

    Steps to Add a Page Break

    Select the row below where you want the page break. Go to the 'Page Layout' tab. Click on 'Breaks'. Choose 'Insert Page Break'. A page break is now inserted above the selected row.

    Adjusting Page Breaks

    To adjust a page break, switch to 'Page Break Preview' under the 'View' tab. Drag page breaks to desired locations. Return to 'Normal' view when done.

    Removing Page Breaks

    To remove a page break, select the row below the break. Click 'Breaks' in the 'Page Layout' tab. Choose 'Remove Page Break'.

    Shortcut for Inserting Page Breaks

    Use ALT + P, B, I as a shortcut to insert a page break without using the mouse.

    Common Use Cases

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      Printing selected data on separate pages

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      Organizing financial reports by section

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      Creating distinct sections within a dataset

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      Separating batches of data for independent analysis

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