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How to use fuzzy matching in Power Query to clean up Excel data

Merge lists even with typos and inconsistent names. Tune the similarity threshold, use a transform table, and audit results ...

From Agent Mode to Power Query: Microsoft Details New Excel Features Rolled Out in January 2026

Microsoft updates for Excel in January 2026 introduce Agent Mode with Copilot, new import tools, clearer error messages, Power Query on Mac and Web, and Office Scripts automation to ease daily tasks.