Convert.Guru

MODS Converter

Convert MODS files online for free


Drop or upload your .MODS file

How to convert your MODS file

  1. Click Select File above, and choose your MODS file.
  2. You'll see a preview.
  3. Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.


Convert MODS to another file type

The converter easily converts your MODS file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.

  • MODS to CSV
  • MODS to JSON
  • MODS to XML
  • MODS to YAML
  • MODS to YML
  • MODS to TOML
  • MODS to INI
  • MODS to CFG
  • MODS to CONF
  • MODS to DAT
  • MODS to DB
  • MODS to SQL

Convert a file to MODS

The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the MODS file type—in the best quality.

  • DBF to MODS
  • XML to MODS
  • SQLITE to MODS
  • XLSX to MODS
  • SQL to MODS
  • TSV to MODS
  • ACCDB to MODS
  • YAML to MODS
  • MDB to MODS
  • CSV to MODS
  • ODS to MODS
  • JSON to MODS

About MODS files

The Metadata Object Description Schema (MODS) is a bibliographic element set that is designed to carry selected data from the MARC 21 record format, using a language-based XML schema. You can find more about MODS on Wikipedia. Despite its robust capability in handling metadata, MODS can be challenging for everyday users due to its complexity and the specialized software required to work with it.

For those looking to convert MODS files, several software options are available. MarcEdit is a useful tool for Windows users, allowing for manipulation and conversion of MODS files into formats such as XML, MARC, or even CSV. For Mac users, Sublime Text with XML plugins can aid in interpreting and exporting MODS content.

When converting MODS files, important considerations include maintaining the integrity of metadata and ensuring compatibility with target formats like XML, JSON, CSV, and MARC. Challenges arise from the complexity of MODS' hierarchical structure, which might lead to data loss or misinterpretation during conversion.

Despite the advantages, MODS files can be cumbersome due to their specialized use case and lack of support in common software. This is where Convert.Guru comes in handy. The website offers a user-friendly, drag-and-drop interface to convert your MODS files effortlessly into various formats, ensuring data is preserved without hassle.

While MODS files are useful for libraries and archives, converting them using Convert.Guru simplifies the process, making the data more accessible and usable across different platforms. Simply drag-and-drop your MODS files onto the website and enjoy seamless conversion to the format you need.


The MODS Converter Story

The history of Convert.Guru began more than 25 years ago in California, when Tom Simondi published the most comprehensive database of file formats on his website. Before that, Tom had worked on Space Shuttle development at the Air Force Systems Command’s Space Division in Los Angeles. He is known as one of the top programmers of the late 1980s.

When Microsoft integrated Tom’s Filext database into Windows XP, it became the leading platform for analyzing and processing file types and formats.

Today, we use the latest technologies to analyze, process, and convert one of the world's largest collections of file formats. We are committed to developing the best MODS converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.

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