What happens when you convert XML to XLS
- Repeating elements become rows; attributes and nested elements become columns. Excel 2003 XML spreadsheets are detected automatically.
- Numbers become real numbers you can calculate with, while values like 00123 or long IDs stay text.
- XLS holds at most 65,536 rows and 256 columns. Bigger tables need XLSX.
XML vs XLS
| Feature | XML | XLS |
|---|---|---|
| Multiple sheets | Yes | Yes |
| Formulas | No | Yes |
| Numbers & dates | No | Yes |
| Nested data | Yes | No |
| Best for | Feeds, integrations | Old Excel versions |
How to convert XML to XLS
- Drop your XML files on the box above, or click it to choose files. You can add many at once.
- Adjust the options if you want. The defaults work well for most files.
- Click Download for each XLS file, or "Download all" to get a ZIP.
Frequently asked questions
Is it safe to convert my files here?
Yes. Conversion happens entirely in your browser. Your files are never uploaded to a server, so nobody else can see them.
Is it free? Are there limits?
It's completely free, with no sign-up, watermarks or daily limits. The only limit is your device's memory for very large files.
Can I convert many XML files at once?
Yes. Drop as many files as you like; they're converted one after another and you can download them all as a ZIP.
How is nested data handled?
Nested objects and elements become columns with paths like address.city (JSON) or author/name (XML), and converting back rebuilds the nesting.