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How to Concatenate in Alteryx

Updated on:
June 5, 2026
By:
Madhav Bhandari
Use this interactive demo to learn how to concatenate data in Alteryx.

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It is very easy to concatenate in Alteryx using the Formula tool. Here’s a short guide on how to do it:

  1. Inside Alteryx's workflow designer, head over to the left-side panel and find 'Formula'. Drag this tool onto the canvas and connect it to the Input Data tool or other sources.
  2. After that, go to the right-hand panel and make the necessary configuration. To get started, enter your preferred name for the Output Column and then select its Field Type.
  3. Next, tap the formula field and type "[".
  4. Subsequently, select the first column you wish to use.
  5. Type the 'Plus' (+) sign symbol afterwards.
  6. Once again, type "[" as the continuation of the formula.
  7. Select the next field you wish to use.
  8. Wait patiently while your input is being processed.
  9. Finally, the data from the selected fields in your Alteryx workflow will be concatenated according to your input.

📌 Why this matters

Data concatenation transforms scattered information into unified records that downstream systems can actually use. When you merge first and last names, address components, or product codes with descriptions, you're creating the clean, consolidated format that databases, reports, and APIs expect. Beyond simple text joining, concatenation becomes your bridge between messy source data and the structured outputs your business processes demand. You're essentially solving the fundamental data integration challenge that turns fragmented inputs into actionable, properly formatted datasets for analysis and decision-making.

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