Excel to CSV

Turn Excel into CSV with the output already selected for this page. Free to use with no signup or watermark.

How to convert Excel to CSV

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    Add the Excel file you want to convert. This workflow processes one source file at a time.

  2. 2

    CSV is already selected for this page. The source and target formats are fixed by this page, and one file is processed at a time.

  3. 3

    Start the conversion, then download and check the finished CSV file.

What changes when you convert Excel to CSV?

Excel and CSV represent structured data differently. Column types, nested values, attributes and empty cells may need checking after conversion.

  • The source and target formats are fixed by this page, and one file is processed at a time.
  • Open the finished CSV file and check fine details, layout and compatibility in the app where you plan to use it.
Source format

What is a Excel file?

Excel (XLSX) is the spreadsheet format used by Microsoft Excel. It stores data in rows and columns with formulas, charts and multiple sheets, and is the standard for budgets, reports and any tabular or numerical data.

How to open a Excel file

Excel files open in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc and free spreadsheet viewers on most devices.

Output format

What is a CSV file?

CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a simple, universal text format for tabular data. Each line is a row and commas separate the columns, which makes it easy to move data between spreadsheets, databases and almost any program.

How to open a CSV file

CSV opens in Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, or any plain-text editor.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free to convert Excel to CSV?
Yes. There is no sign-up, subscription or watermark on the converted file.
What happens to quality when Excel becomes CSV?
Excel and CSV represent structured data differently. Column types, nested values, attributes and empty cells may need checking after conversion.
Which conversion options are available on this page?
The source and target formats are fixed by this page, and one file is processed at a time.
How can I open the converted CSV file?
CSV opens in Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, or any plain-text editor.

Convert Excel to other formats

ToolSpice can convert your Excel files to these other formats:

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These other formats can be converted to CSV on ToolSpice:

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