Can I convert XLSM to XLS?

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Can I convert XLSM to XLS?

For details on how to specifically convert from XLSM to XLS please continue reading below.  See the bottom of this page for some examples showing how to convert XLSM to XLS from the command line.

Convert XLSM to XLS with the User Interface

Can I convert XLSM to XLS?

First we show what conversions are possible with XLSM files, then we discuss specific directions for how to use the programs user interface.

What Conversions Are Possible With XLSM Files

Below we show you what you can convert XLSM files to/from when using ‘Convert XLS’, click on the link for more details:

Convert XLSM to XLS Files From the User Interface

  Converting From XLSM file to a different file type

1. Select the ‘Convert Files’ Action To Do

2. Select the input file path. For a whole folder be certain to use the *.ext format.  For example if you want to convert the folder of XLSM files located in “C:\input folder\” then use “C:\input folder\*.XLSM”.

     Choose the ‘Convert XLS’ conversion method. You can also select the MS Excel conversion method if you have MS Excel installed.

     Specify the Original File Format.  In this case it is “[52] MS Macro-Enabled Workbook (*.XLSM, *.XLSX, *.XLSB)”.

    Click on the Options button and choose the sheets, ranges and whether to include values or 'formulas and values' to convert.

3.  Now specify the Target (output) file path. If you are doing a whole folder, then specify the whole folder using the “*.ext” format (for example "c:\output\*.XLS").  Finally, specify the ‘Convert To File Format” target (output) file type.  In this case it is “[-4143] Microsoft Excel Workbook (*.XLS)”. Note that you will have more choices available if you choose the ‘MS Excel’ conversion method.

4. Click the CONVERT button on the tool bar to start converting.

  Converting To XLSM file from a different file type

1.  Select the ‘Convert Files’ Action To Do

2.  Select the input file path. For a whole folder be certain to use the *.ext format.  For example if you want to convert the folder of XLS files located in “C:\input folder\” then use “C:\input folder\*.XLSM".

    Choose either ‘Convert XLS’ or ‘MS Excel’ conversion method.  The ‘Convert XLS’ conversion method can be 10-20 times faster than the ‘MS Excel’ conversion method.  The ‘MS Excel’ conversion method however, can convert any file MS Excel can open.

    If you are using the ‘Convert XLS’ conversion method, specify the Original (input) File Format.  In this case it is “[52] MS Macro-Enabled Workbook (*.XLSM, *.XLSX, *.XLSB)”. Since your input file is an Excel file you may specify the sheet(s) and range you want by clicking on the Options button.

3.  Now specify the Target (output) file path. If you are doing a whole folder, then specify the whole folder using the “*.ext” format (for example "C:\Output\*.XLS").  Finally, specify the ‘Convert To File Format” target (output) file type.  In this case it will be “[-4143] Microsoft Excel Workbook (*.XLS)”.

4. Click the CONVERT button on the tool bar to start converting.

XLSM to XLS Converter

Batch convert xlsm files to xls online. Change xlsm to xls on Windows, Mac, iPhone and Android in 2 clicks.

Select files for conversion or drag and drop them to the upload area.
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All files are automatically deleted from our servers after 1 hour.

Upload XLSM-file

Click "Choose File" button to select a xlsm file on your computer. XLSM file size can be up to 100 Mb.

Convert XLSM to XLS

Click "Convert" button to start conversion.

Download your XLS

When the conversion process is complete, you can download the XLS file.

FAQ

  • ❓ How can I convert XLSM to XLS?

    First you need to add file for conversion: drag and drop your XLSM file or click the "Choose File" button. Then click the "Convert" button. When XLSM to XLS conversion is completed, you can download your XLS file.

  • ⏱️ How long does it take to convert XLSM to XLS?

    Document conversion is pretty fast. You can change XLSM to XLS in a few seconds.

  • 🛡️ Is it safe to convert XLSM to XLS on AnyConv?

    Of course! We delete uploaded files immediately, and converted ones after 1 hour. No one has access to your files. File conversion (including XLSM to XLS) is absolutely safe.

  • 💻 Can I convert XLSM to XLS on Mac OS or Linux?

    Yes, you can use AnyConv on any operating system that has a web browser. Our XLSM to XLS converter works online and does not require software installation.

Name XLSM XLS
Full name XLSM, Excel Open XML Macro-Enabled Spreadsheet XLS - Microsoft Excel Binary File Format
File extension .xlsm .xls
MIME type application/vnd.ms-excel
Developed by Microsoft Microsoft
Type of format Spreadsheet Spreadsheet
Description XLSM is the file extension that is assigned to spreadsheets created by Microsoft Excel 2007 and newer. They are saved using the Open XML standard. Just like an older version of the Excel spreadsheet, XLSM files can contain tables and worksheets. On top, XLSM files are macro-enabled. They can contain embedded macros that use VBA. Microsoft Excel, up until 2007 version used a proprietary binary file format called Excel Binary File Format (.XLS) as its primary format. Excel 2007 uses Office Open XML as its primary file format, an XML-based format that followed after a previous XML-based format called "XML Spreadsheet".
Technical details As stated above, XLSM files are macro-enabled. This distinguishes the format from XLSX files that Microsoft Excel also creates. Thus, for Excel to execute the macros embedded in the file, the spreadsheet has to be saved in the XSLM format rather than as an XLSX file. Predecessors of Microsoft Excel 2007 are only able to open XLSM files if they support Open XML components. OpenOffice.org has created documentation of the Excel format. Since then, Microsoft has made the Excel binary format specification available to download freely.
File conversion XLSM conversion XLS conversion
Associated programs Corel Quattro Pro X7, Microsoft Excel 2016, MobiSystems OfficeSuite Pro Microsoft Office, LibreOffice, Kingsoft Office, Google Docs.
Wiki https://support.office.com/en-us/article/Open-XML-Formats-and-file-name-extensions-5200d93c-3449-4380-8e11-31ef14555b18?ui=en-US&rs=en-001&ad=US https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Microsoft_Excel#File_formats

How do I convert XLSM to XLSX?

All you have to do is drag and drop the XLSM file, select the desired format, and click on convert. When you are done converting the file, you can download the XLSX file. The files you are converting will be stored in Cloud.

Can you open .XLSM file in Excel?

Opening XLSM Files in Excel You can use the "Open" option through the "File" menu to open the XLSM file as usual, or you can double-click the file to have it open in Excel, as long as your default programs are configured properly.

Is XLSM the same as XLS?

Both XLS and XLSM files are spreadsheet files for Microsoft Excel, a widely-used spreadsheet program. The main difference between the file types is that XLSM files contain macros and XLS files do not.

How do I convert macros to normal in Excel?

Change macro security settings.
On the Developer tab, in the Code group, click Macro Security. To enable the Developer tab, see Show the Developer tab..
In the Macro Settings category, under Macro Settings, click the option that you want..