Convert Excel to CSV Online Free

Why Convert Excel to CSV?

CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a universal format that can be opened by virtually any spreadsheet application, database system, or programming language. Converting Excel files to CSV format offers several advantages:

• Universal Compatibility: CSV files work with all spreadsheet applications
• Smaller File Size: CSV files are typically much smaller than Excel files
• Database Import: Most databases can directly import CSV files
• Programming Integration: Easy to process with scripts and applications
• Version Control: CSV files work better with version control systems

How to Convert Excel to CSV Online

1. Upload Your Excel File: Click the upload button and select your XLSX or XLS file
2. Choose CSV Format: Select CSV as your target format
3. Configure Settings: Choose delimiter options (comma, semicolon, or tab)
4. Convert: Click the convert button to process your file
5. Download: Download your converted CSV file instantly

Supported Excel Formats

Our converter supports all major Excel formats:

• XLSX: Modern Excel format (Excel 2007 and later)
• XLS: Legacy Excel format (Excel 97-2003)
• XLSM: Excel files with macros (macros will be removed)

CSV Delimiter Options

Choose the right delimiter for your needs:

• Comma (,): Standard CSV format, most widely supported
• Semicolon (;): Common in European countries
• Tab: Creates TSV (Tab-Separated Values) files

Tips for Better Conversion

• Remove any merged cells before conversion for best results
• Ensure your data doesn't contain the delimiter character
• Consider using quotes around text fields that contain special characters
• Test the converted file with your target application