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Convert XLS (Excel) to FODS

Convert XLS (Excel) spreadsheet documents to FODS format, edit and optimize documents online and free.

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Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet - Legacy (.xls)

The XLS file extension, short for "Excel Spreadsheet", is a legacy format used by Microsoft Excel for storing spreadsheet data. Introduced with Excel 2.0 in 1987, it was the primary format until the introduction of XLSX in 2007. XLS files contain data organized in rows and columns, supporting formulas, macros, and various formatting options, making them essential for data analysis and financial reporting. Despite being replaced by the more robust and secure XLSX format, XLS files remain widely used in many legacy systems and applications.

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OpenDocument Flat XML Spreadsheet (.fods)

The FODS (OpenDocument Flat XML Spreadsheet) file extension, developed by Oracle, is used for storing spreadsheet data in a plain XML format, making it more human-readable and easier to generate automatically without a spreadsheet editor. Unlike the more common ODS format, which uses a ZIP container, FODS files are not supported by Microsoft Excel but can be opened with OpenOffice Calc. This format was introduced as part of the ODF 1.2 specifications by OASIS.

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How to convert XLS (Excel) to FODS?

  1. Upload XLS (Excel) File

    Click the Choose File button to select the XLS (Excel) file.

  2. Select XLS (Excel) Tools

    For an advanced conversion, use the XLS (Excel) to FODS optional tools available on the preview page and click the Convert button.

  3. Download Your FODS

    Wait a few moments for the converter to complete its job, then download your FODS file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to change XLS format to FODS?

To change XLS format to FODS, upload your XLS file to proceed to the preview page. Use any available tools if you want to edit and manipulate your XLS file. Click on the convert button and wait for the convert to complete. Download the converted FODS file afterward.

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Convert XLS (Excel) to FODS on macOS

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your macOS system.

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to XLS (Excel) file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your XLS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert XLS_INPUT_FILE --to fods

Convert XLS (Excel) to FODS on Windows

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Windows system.

  1. Open Command Prompt or Windows PowerShell.
  2. Either cd to XLS (Excel) file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your XLS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert XLS_INPUT_FILE --to fods

Convert XLS (Excel) to FODS on Linux

Follow steps below if you have installed Vertopal CLI on your Linux system.

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to XLS (Excel) file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your XLS_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert XLS_INPUT_FILE --to fods

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