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Randomize Rows of Data

  1. Insert a new column to the left of the first column.

    New Column
  2. In the new column, click the blank cell for the first record.

    Blank Cell
  3. Click Insert Function.

    Insert Function Button
  4. Under Search for a function, enter RAND.

    Search for a function
  5. Click Go.

    Go Button
  6. Click OK.
  7. Click OK.

    OK Button
  8. Copy the formula down the column.

    Formula
  9. Click on a cell in the first column that contains data.

    Cell with Data
  10. On the Home tab, click Sort & Filter and select Sort Smallest to Largest.

    Sort & Filter