How to convert _XLS to XLSB?
You can convert _XLS files to XLSB format in several ways. The most proven option is to download dedicated software that allows you to convert between the _XLS and XLSB formats. At the bottom you will find a list of software programs that support _XLS and XLSB files and can also save them in new file formats.
_XLS File Type
_XLS file extension is a Microsoft Excel workbook file format. It contains data that can be viewed in Microsoft Excel and other spreadsheet applications. The workbook contains rows and columns, which are used to organize the data.
| Full Name | Microsoft Excel Workbook |
|---|---|
| Developer | Microsoft Corporation |
| Category | SpreadSheet Files |
XLSB File Type
The .XLSB file is an Excel 2007, 2007 x64, 2010 binary spreadsheet file that is saved in the XML Binary Spreadsheet Format. The XLSB file extension stands for Excel 2007, 2007 x64, 2010 binary spreadsheet file. The extension .XLSB was introduced in Excel 2007. It can be opened in both Windows and Mac versions of the software. The XLSB file format is similar to the XLSX format which is used by Excel 2013 and newer versions. The .xlsb extension does not contain any formatting settings while the .xlsx extension contains embedded formatting settings within it. Therefore, an XLSX file cannot be opened back into an XLSB format without manually converting it into a normal XLSX one again.
| Full Name | Excel Binary Spreadsheet |
|---|---|
| Developer | Microsoft |
| Category | Spreadsheet Files |
Software, that convert _XLS files
The list contains a list of dedicated software for converting _XLS and XLSB files. The list may also include programs that support _XLS files and allow you to save them with different file extensions.
_XLS to XLSB Converters
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Excel for Mac