# Data > Standardize

The Standardize utility performs data transformation on columns of data, including scaling and moving the center of data in a column, as well as adjusting the range of the data.

To use the utility, select Data > Standardize….

- In the Input Column(s) text box, enter the names of the columns. Separate column names by spaces (e.g. c2 c4), and use a dash to indicate a range of columns (e.g. c10-c15).
- In the Store results in column(s) text box, enter valid column names where the results will be stored. The number of input columns must be the same as the number of columns for storing results. The results of standardizing the input column(s) will be stored in the store columns in order.
- Select one of the following options:
  - Subtract mean and divide by standard deviation: For each number in the column, subtract the mean of the column data set and divide by the standard deviation.
  - Subtract … Then divide by …: For each number in the column, subtract the first specified number and then divide by the second specified number.
  - Make range From: … To: …: For each number in the column, shift and scale so that the range of the data goes from From to To.
- Click OK to finish.