1) Upload XLS file to convert
Drop files here, or Click to select
Allowed file types: qif, iif, srt, ics, feather, excel, ris, bib, ods, xls, xlsx, xlsm, csv, tsv, tab, xlsb, xltx, xlr, pxl, qpw, wb3, wq1, dbf, wk3, 123, mdb, evtx, pages, numbers, sqlite
2) Set converting XLS to CSV options
3) Get converted file
Upload Your File: Go to the site, click on «Upload File,» and select your XLS file.
Set Conversion Options: Choose CSV as the output format and adjust any additional options if needed.
Convert and Download: Click «Download Converted File» to get your CSV file.
File extension | .XLS |
Category | Document File |
Description | XLS is the most popular format for storing table data. It is native Microsoft Excel format with data stored in numbered cells that form columns and rows. The top line and left column of each table contains numbering of each cell that can contain either static or dynamic data that is calculated from formulas. XLS features powerful calculation and charts-building options, as well as rich text formatting. XLS is compatible with numerous table editors such as Calc, PlanMaker, OpenOffice, etc. |
Associated programs | Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel Viewer OpenOffice |
Developed by | Microsoft |
MIME type | application/vnd.ms-excel |
Useful links | More detailed information on XLS files |
Conversion type | XLS to CSV |
File extension | .CSV |
Category | Document File |
Description | CSV is a plain text format used for representing database tables. Each data box (cell) is enclosed in commas. Each line is a table row with data cells. It is a perfect format for transporting tables from one application to another. CSV files can be edited in OpenOffice Calc, MS Excel and many others. Being a plain text in actual fact, CSV tables are compatible with various text editing programs. It doesn't support formatting, so any data structuring is made with the use of special characters. |
Associated programs | The CSV file format is very simple and supported by almost all spreadsheets and database management systems |
Developed by | Microsoft |
MIME type | text/csv |
Useful links | More detailed information on CSV files |
Feature | Online Converters | CoolUtils Desktop | Excel Built-in | Other Software |
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Batch Conversion | Limited | ✅ Unlimited | Manual only | Limited |
File Size Limit | 1-5MB | ✅ No limits | System dependent | Varies |
Privacy & Security | Upload required | ✅ 100% offline | ✅ Local only | Varies |
Conversion Speed | Internet dependent | ✅ Fast local processing | Slow | Medium |
Advanced Options | Basic | ✅ Full customization | Limited | Basic |
Cost | Free/Premium | One-time purchase | Requires Office | Subscription |
Formatting Preservation | Good | ✅ Excellent | Good | Varies |
Multiple Formats Support | Limited | ✅ 40+ formats | Few formats | Limited |