We need to briefly cover what happens when you merge several cells in Excel or Google Sheets. Or, more specifically, what does not. The merge cells function is designed to combine the actual cells ...

However, this shouldn't present too many issues, as Merge And Center and Center Across Selection were designed primarily for horizontal use, rather than vertical use.

You can merge cells in Excel by using a simple drop-down menu, which will let you merge cells in a variety of ways. Here's how to use it.