Convert XL to DIF
| 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 | DIF |
| Full Name | Digital Interface Format |
DIF is a document file that contains information about exported spreadsheet in ASCII text format. DIF file can be edited using a spreadsheet software or standard text editor.
What is file format conversion?
File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "XL") to another (referred to as "DIF"). 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 DIF becomes essential.
So, how can we perform XL to DIF 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 DIF. 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 DIF converters.
Conversion from XL to DIF
XL to DIF
How to convert the XL file to DIF?
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 DIF. 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:
- Please indicate on your computer the source file XL, the format of which you are going to change
- Load the XL file to the application
- Select the output format of the DIF file (the one that we want to achieve)
- Select the location to save the output file DIF on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
- Confirm conversion
- Wait for a moment
- Enjoy the converted DIF file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the XL format:
Other conversions
to the DIF format:
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?
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.