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Learn how to format your Excel exports using `PHPSpreadsheet` to insert new lines between two variables seamlessly.
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How to Add a New Line Between Two Variables in PHPSpreadsheet

When working with PHPSpreadsheet to export data into Excel, you might encounter formatting issues, especially when attempting to insert a line break between two variables. A common challenge developers face is trying to create a new line within a cell in an exported Excel file. Let’s discuss how to solve this problem effectively.

The Problem

Imagine you have a database with address details that you want to export to Excel. You write the following code to concatenate the address lines:

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While this looks fine in code, the output in Excel will not appear as intended. Instead of showing the address on separate lines, you might see:

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What you want to achieve is having it display like this:

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The Solution

To insert a new line between two address variables in PHPSpreadsheet, you need to follow a couple of simple yet crucial steps. Here’s how to do it:

1. Set the Correct String Syntax

First, you need to ensure that the string is formatted correctly. Instead of single quotes which don't interpret escape sequences, use double quotes to allow for the newline character to be recognized.

Change your code to:

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2. Enable Text Wrapping for the Cell

Simply setting the cell value with the correct syntax is not enough. You also need to enable text wrapping for that cell. This allows Excel to display content that spans multiple lines.

Add this line of code to enable text wrapping:

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Complete Code Example

Here’s the complete code to achieve the required formatting of your cell in PHPSpreadsheet:

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Conclusion

Adding a new line between two variables in PHPSpreadsheet is straightforward once you know how to format your strings and enable text wrapping for the cells. By following the steps outlined above, you can enhance the readability of the data you export from your database to Excel, providing a better experience for users who will work with that data.

With this understanding, you can now confidently deal with cell formatting in PHPSpreadsheet, ensuring your exported documents are professionally presented!