How to Merge and Center Cells in Smartsheet
- George Apostolov
How to Merge and Center Cells in Smartsheet: step-by-step guide
Inside Smartsheet's Grid View, select the cell where you wish to merge data from the other cells and type an 'Equals' (=) sign.
After that, select the first cell.
Head back to your formula, then type a 'Plus' (+) sign.
Subsequently, select the other cell.
Once done, review your formula and press the 'Enter' or 'Command' key to run it.
Resize the column where you merge the data from the selected cells. Simply head over to its header and adjust the divider as needed.
Subsequently, navigate to the top menu bar and click 'Align Cell Content'.
Pick 'Center' from the available options.
After completing these steps, the data from the selected cells will be merged and centered.
Quick answer: To combine and center cell contents in Smartsheet, enter a formula with an equals sign, plus sign, and the target cells. Next, press Enter, resize the column via its header divider, and use the top menu bar to select Align Cell Content and Center.
About this Smartsheet tutorial
Combine and center data in Smartsheet by writing a cell formula, resizing the column, and applying center alignment from the menu. This guide shows how to merge and Center Cells in Smartsheet in 9 steps, starting with "Inside Smartsheet's Grid View, select the cell where you wish to merge data from the ot..." and finishing with "After completing these steps, the data from the selected cells will be merged and centered". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Smartsheet interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to merge and Center Cells in Smartsheet?
9 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Smartsheet data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Smartsheet. Related guides: How to Merge Data From Multiple Cells in Smartsheet, How to Publish a Smartsheet Document and How to Search in Smartsheet. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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