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Convert XLSM to XLS (Excel)

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

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Microsoft Excel Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet (.xlsm)

The XLSM file extension stands for Microsoft Excel Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet. It allows users to automate tasks via macros, enhancing productivity in complex data manipulation and repetitive operations. Introduced with Excel 2007 as part of the Office Open XML format, XLSM files support the embedding of VBA (Visual Basic for Applications) macros within spreadsheets. This format offers advanced functionalities for financial analysis, data modeling, and automation within the Microsoft Excel environment, optimizing efficiency for professional use.

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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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How to convert XLSM to XLS (Excel)?

  1. Upload XLSM File

    Start uploading a XLSM spreadsheet document by clicking the Choose File button or drag & dropping your XLSM file.

  2. Select XLSM Tools

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

  3. Download Your XLS (Excel)

    Wait a few moments for the converter to complete its job, then download your XLS (Excel) file.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to change XLSM format to XLS?

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

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Convert XLSM to XLS (Excel) on macOS

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

  1. Open macOS Terminal.
  2. Either cd to XLSM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your XLSM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert XLSM_INPUT_FILE --to xls

Convert XLSM to XLS (Excel) 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 XLSM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your XLSM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert XLSM_INPUT_FILE --to xls

Convert XLSM to XLS (Excel) on Linux

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

  1. Open Linux Terminal.
  2. Either cd to XLSM file location or include path to your input file.
  3. Paste and execute the command below, substituting in your XLSM_INPUT_FILE name or path. $ vertopal convert XLSM_INPUT_FILE --to xls

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