#164 · Sort Filter & Search Tool

Filter Blank and Nonblank Cells

Keep rows whose selected column is blank or nonblank, with an explicit filter choice and bounded preview.

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How to use this office tool

  1. Choose a sheet and select the column from the sheet selector after loading.
  2. Use the output format control to choose blank or nonblank rows.
  3. Process and inspect the filtered table.
  4. Download the filtered workbook.

What this tool does

Rows are retained according to whether the selected column is empty after whitespace is considered.

blank: value is empty; nonblank: value contains data

The exported file is newly generated in your browser. The uploaded source remains unchanged.

Supported formats

XLSX, XLS, CSV, and TSV are accepted. Browser rewriting does not guarantee preservation of macros, charts, pivots, external links, or every advanced Excel feature.

FormatUse
XLSX / XLSWorkbook input; XLSX output
CSV / TSVDelimited table input

Tips for better results

  • Confirm the correct header row.
  • Whitespace-only text counts as blank.
  • Keep headers enabled for easier review.

FAQ

What counts as a blank spreadsheet cell?

An empty value, null value, or text containing only whitespace is treated as blank.

Does filtering delete rows from my original file?

No. The browser creates a separate filtered workbook and does not modify the uploaded file.

What spreadsheet formats can Filter Blank and Nonblank Cells read?

It accepts XLSX, XLS, CSV, and TSV files. Advanced workbook objects may not be preserved when a new workbook is written.

Are uploaded files sent to a server?

No. Parsing and output generation run locally in the browser; the page does not upload cell data.

How should I protect IDs and leading zeros?

Keep identifier columns formatted as text and enable text protection when available. Always check the preview before exporting.

Processing safeguards

CheckBehavior
PrivacyLocal browser processing
PreviewLimited to 5–100 rows

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