
How to Remove the First Character in Google Sheets (4 Formulas)
Learn how to remove the first character in Google Sheets using REPLACE, RIGHT+LEN, REGEXREPLACE, or the MID function effectively.

Upama Chowdhury holds a BSc in Statistics from Shahjalal University of Science & Technology, giving her a strong foundation in data analysis and spreadsheet logic. With eight years of experience, she works with advanced formulas, PivotTables, Power Query, dashboards, and automation using VBA and Google Apps Script. She has built interactive dashboards, automated workflows, and organized complex datasets into analysis-ready formats. She enjoys creating efficient, formula-driven solutions and practical spreadsheet tools.
Articles by Upama Chowdhury are developed under the guidance of ExcelInsider’s core training program and are technically reviewed by Nehad Ulfat, lead spreadsheet consultant, to ensure accuracy and user-centric value.

Learn how to remove the first character in Google Sheets using REPLACE, RIGHT+LEN, REGEXREPLACE, or the MID function effectively.

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