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My file has data arranged in "columns". However, tab characters ( \t ) exist between some of the entries in the rows. How many spaces do I need to replace each tab character ( \t ) with to retain the "columns"?

It varies, which is the whole point of using tabs. The easiest way to convert them to spaces is:

1. Click View > Document Properties.
2. On the Tabulation tab, select Convert existing tabs to spaces when saving files.
3. Save the file.

Thank you!!!!