File Extension | XL |
Full Name | Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet Format |
XL is an alternative file extension used by Microsoft Office tool Excel. XL file stores a spreadsheet document, similar to an XLS file. It can contain various data organized in rows and columns.
File Extension | ACCDB |
Full Name | Microsoft Access 2007/2010 Database Format |
Files with the .ACCDB extension contain databases, namely data distributed in tables and fields coupled with SQL queries and forms, saved in a format unique to the Microsoft Access software, versions 2007 and newer.
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "XL") to another (referred to as "ACCDB"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, XL file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format XL to format ACCDB becomes essential.
So, how can we perform XL to ACCDB file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format XL and transforming it into format ACCDB. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of XL to ACCDB converters.
If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of XL to ACCDB. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the XL file:
File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.