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Convert CSV to XLSX

Convert your .csv files to .xlsx format online. No software to install.

Convert CSV to XLSX now

Free account: 10 conversions a month. Pro: 100 a month.

How to convert CSV to XLSX

1

Upload

Drag and drop your .csv file or click to browse.

2

Choose format

Select XLSX as your output format.

3

Download

Click Convert and download your .xlsx file.

Why convert CSV to XLSX?

Converting CSV to Excel format lets you add formatting, formulas, charts, and multiple sheets to your raw data. This is essential when you need to present data professionally, perform calculations, or share organized reports with colleagues who work in Excel or Google Sheets.

CSV vs XLSX: technical comparison

CSV (Comma-Separated Values, introduced in 1972) uses None (plain text) compression. XLSX (Office Open XML Spreadsheet, introduced in 2007) uses ZIP (containing XML parts) compression. CSV browser support: Universal (displayed as plain text). XLSX browser support: None (requires office application or online viewer).

What happens to quality?

The quality impact depends on the specific settings used during conversion. XLSX uses compression that may affect quality depending on the chosen settings.

File size impact

Typical CSV file size: 100,000 rows x 10 columns of text: ~5-15 MB. Typical XLSX file size: A 10,000-row spreadsheet with formulas: ~500 KB - 2 MB. Expect a dramatic file size reduction — often 5-20x smaller — when converting from uncompressed CSV to XLSX.

Common use cases

  • Importing raw data exports into Excel for analysis with formulas and pivot tables
  • Adding formatting and charts to CSV data for business presentations
  • Organizing multiple CSV data files into a single multi-sheet Excel workbook
  • Converting API or database exports into a format non-technical users can work with
Pro tip

When importing CSV to Excel, check the delimiter detection — some CSV files use semicolons instead of commas, especially in European regions. Also verify that date columns are parsed correctly, as CSV date formats vary widely and Excel may misinterpret them.

Why use SquishConvert for CSV to XLSX?

Free plan

Free account: 10 conversions a month. Pro: 100 a month. No watermarks.

Quick & easy

Create a free account in 10 seconds and start converting immediately. No credit card required.

Where your file goes

Your file is sent over an encrypted connection to our provider CloudConvert, which converts it and deletes it after the conversion, within 24 hours at most. Details in our Privacy Policy.

Works everywhere

Convert files from any device: desktop, tablet, or phone. No software to install, works in any modern browser.

358+ conversions

SquishConvert supports over 358 file conversion combinations across images, documents, audio, and video.

High quality output

Your converted .xlsx file maintains the best possible quality. No unnecessary compression or quality loss.

Frequently asked questions

Is it free to convert CSV to XLSX?

Free account: 10 conversions a month. Pro: 100 a month.

How long does it take to convert CSV to XLSX?

It depends on the file size and on the queue at our provider. Small files usually take a few seconds.

Is my CSV file safe when converting?

Your file is sent over an encrypted connection to our provider CloudConvert, which converts it and deletes it after the conversion, within 24 hours at most. Details in our Privacy Policy.

What is the maximum file size for CSV to XLSX?

Free users can convert files up to 10 MB. Pro users can convert files up to 500 MB.

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