Splitting data into multiple columns isn't the only way to rearrange data in Excel. For example, you could merge data from two columns into one column, split alternate rows into two columns, or ...

If you are given urorganized raw data and wish to convert data in one column to organized data in Excel, then this this article will help you.

How to Convert Rows to Columns in OpenOffice. Apache OpenOffice's Calc application contains a handy feature for restructuring spreadsheet tables or data lists.