XL Converter
Convert XL files online for free
Drop or upload your .XL file
How to convert your XL file
- Click Select File above, and choose your XL file.
- You'll see a preview.
- Click the "Convert file to..." button to save your file in the format you want.
Convert XL to another file type
The converter easily converts your XL file to various formats—free and online. No Excel or extra software needed.
- XL to XLS
- XL to XLSX
- XL to XLSM
- XL to XLSB
- XL to ODS
- XL to CSV
- XL to TSV
- XL to TAB
- XL to DIF
- XL to SLK
- XL to WK1
- XL to WK3
Convert a file to XL
The converter also works in reverse, allowing you to convert your file into the XL file type—in the best quality.
- WQ1 to XL
- XLSM to XL
- NOTES to XL
- QPW to XL
- WK3 to XL
- WB2 to XL
- WKS to XL
- XLSB to XL
- 123 to XL
- XLS to XL
- WB1 to XL
- XLSX to XL
About XL files
XL files, commonly associated with Microsoft Excel, are crucial in data management and analysis. However, they come with their set of challenges. Despite being widely used, XL files can be cumbersome when sharing across different platforms or software due to compatibility issues. They can be converted to various formats like CSV, PDF, ODS, XML, and more, each serving different purposes.
When considering conversion, LibreOffice and Microsoft Excel itself are reliable offline options. These applications allow you to save or export XL files into other formats, maintaining data integrity. For Mac users, Apple Numbers is another alternative. Each of these tools, however, has its limitations and learning curves.
Conversion considerations include maintaining formulas, formatting, and macros, which might not be fully supported in the target format, especially when converting complex spreadsheets. This could lead to data loss or distortion, making it essential to validate the converted files.
Despite their utility, XL files can be bulky and prone to errors, especially when handling large datasets. This makes it crucial to convert them into more manageable formats for different uses. That's where Convert.Guru comes in. Our platform allows you to effortlessly drag-and-drop your XL files for conversion into a variety of formats, ensuring ease and reliability without the hassle of software installation or compatibility issues.
In conclusion, while XL files are indispensable, their drawbacks necessitate conversion for enhanced usability. We recommend using Convert.Guru for a seamless conversion experience.
The XL 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 XL converter by continuously improving quality, usability, and reliability.