How to Space Rows Evenly in Excel (5 Methods)

 

Method 1 – Using the Row Height Command

The dataset for this method contains the names of the Customer, the Product, the Price, and the Delivery Man for the ABC Bank. The main goal is to space the rows evenly. Columns A, B, C, and D, as well as the entire columns within the spreadsheet, can be accessed using this method.

Use of Row Height Command

Steps:

  • Click on the “Select All” option to select every cell in the spreadsheet.

Use of Row Height Command

  • Go to the Home tab and navigate to the Cells button.
  • Select Format.
  • Choose the Row Height command.

  • Type the desired row height in the Row Height box
  • Click OK.

Use of Row Height Command

  • All rows will now have the same height, as pictured below.

You can also follow the procedures to space columns evenly.

Read More: How to Space out Cells in Excel


Method 2 – Select Particular Columns to Space Rows Evenly

This method works best when you have a limited number of rows.

Steps:

  • Select Column B and press the Shift key.
  • Tap on Columns C, D, and E.

Select Particular Columns to Space Rows Evenly

  • Go to the Home tab.
  • Click on Cells and select Format.
  • Tap the Row Height command.

Select Particular Columns to Space Rows Evenly

  • Type the desired row height in the Row Height box.
  • Click OK.

  • All rows will now have the same height, as pictured below.

Select Particular Columns to Space Rows Evenly

You can also follow the procedures to space columns evenly.

Read More: How to Add Space between Numbers in Excel


Method 3 – Utilizing the “AutoFit” Option in Excel

Steps:

  • Click on the “Select All” option to select every cell in the spreadsheet.

Utilizing “AutoFit” Option in Excel

  • Go to the Home tab and press the Cells button.
  • Select Format and click on the AutoFit Row Height command.

Utilizing “AutoFit” Option in Excel

  • All rows will now have the same height, as pictured below.

Read More: How to Add Space Between Text in Excel Cell


Method 4 – Double-Clicking the Row Heading

Double Click to Space Rows Evenly

Steps:

  • Point the mouse cursor to the row heading between Rows 7 and 8.
  • Leftclick on the sign two times.
  • Follow the same steps for other rows.

Double Click to Space Rows Evenly

  • All rows will now have the same height, as pictured below.


Method 5 – Embedding a VBA Code to Space Rows Evenly

Steps:

  • Press ALT+F11 or go to the Developer tab.
  • Select the Visual Basic button to launch the Visual Basic Editor.
  • Click Insert and select Module.

Embedding VBA Code to Space Rows Evenly

  • Copy and paste the following code:
Sub space()
Selection.RowHeight = 20
End Sub
  • Close the Visual Basic window.
  • Select the dataset and press ALT+F8.
  • When the Macro dialogue box opens, select space under the Macro name section.
  • Click on Run.

Embedding VBA Code to Space Rows Evenly

  • All rows will now have the same height, as pictured below.


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Saquib Ahmad Bhuiyan, holding a BSc degree in Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering from Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology, skillfully integrates engineering expertise with a passion for Excel. He provides solutions to complex issues as an Excel & VBA Content Developer for ExcelDemy Forum. He demonstrates an enthusiastic mindset and adeptness in managing critical situations with finesse, showcasing his commitment to excellence. Apart from creating Excel tutorials, he is interested in Data Analysis with MS Excel, Rhinoceros,... Read Full Bio

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