Convert XML to XLSX — Turn XML Data into Excel Spreadsheets

You have XML data from an API, a database export, or a configuration system — and you need it in Excel for analysis, reporting, or sharing. Total XML Converter reads XML files and maps their elements directly into XLSX rows and columns, producing clean spreadsheets that open in any version of Excel. Unlike manual copy-paste or fragile online tools:

• Converts XML files to properly structured XLSX with headers derived from element names
• Processes an entire folder of XML files in a single batch run
• Automatically flattens nested XML elements into tabular columns
• Handles large XML files with thousands of records without memory issues
• Works 100% offline — your data never leaves your computer
• Supports command-line automation for scheduled and recurring tasks
• Includes a 30-day free trial with no limitations

Download Total XML Converter and start turning XML data into Excel spreadsheets today.

 

XML vs XLSX: What Is the Difference?

XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is a text-based format for storing and transporting structured data. It uses nested elements and attributes to describe hierarchical relationships. XML is widely used in web services (SOAP, REST responses), data feeds, enterprise integrations, and configuration files. However, XML is verbose, not meant for visual analysis, and cannot be opened directly in a spreadsheet application without losing its structure.

XLSX is the default spreadsheet format for Microsoft Excel since version 2007. It stores data in a familiar rows-and-columns layout with support for formulas, charts, conditional formatting, and pivot tables. XLSX is the standard format in corporate environments, finance, and any workflow that involves tabular data analysis.

When you convert XML to XLSX, the converter reads the XML tree, identifies repeating data elements (records), and maps them to spreadsheet rows. Child elements and attributes become column headers. The result is a structured Excel file ready for sorting, filtering, and charting — no manual data entry required.

How to Convert XML to XLSX

• Step 1. Launch Total XML Converter. The left panel shows a folder tree for quick navigation.
• Step 2. Browse to the folder that contains your XML files. The file list in the center displays all XML files found.
• Step 3. Check the files you want to convert. Use Check All to select every file in the folder for batch conversion.
• Step 4. Click XLSX in the format toolbar at the top of the window.
• Step 5. In the conversion wizard, configure the output options: choose encoding, set the output folder, and adjust column mapping if needed.
• Step 6. Press Start. The converter processes all selected files and saves XLSX spreadsheets to your chosen folder.

Each XML file becomes a separate XLSX spreadsheet. Element names become column headers, repeating elements become rows. Original XML files remain untouched.

Command-Line Conversion

Total XML Converter includes a command-line interface for converting XML files without the GUI. Example:

XMLConverter.exe C:\Data\orders.xml C:\Output\orders.xlsx -c XLSX

You can wrap this command in a .bat file or a Windows scheduled task to automate recurring conversions. This is ideal for nightly data exports from XML-based systems into Excel reports.

Why Use Total XML Converter?

Automatic XML-to-table mapping. Total XML Converter detects repeating elements in XML files and maps them to spreadsheet rows. Child elements become columns. You get a clean, analysis-ready XLSX without writing XSLT or custom parsers.

Batch processing. Select hundreds of XML files and convert them all to XLSX in a single run. Each file becomes a separate spreadsheet. No need to open and re-save files one by one.

Handles complex XML. Deeply nested elements, namespaces, CDATA sections, and mixed-content nodes are processed without errors. The converter handles real-world XML feeds, SOAP responses, and enterprise data exports of any size.

Full offline operation. All conversion happens locally on your PC. Your XML data is never uploaded to any server — critical for financial records, customer databases, and proprietary business data.

Encoding support. The converter reads XML files in UTF-8, UTF-16, and ANSI encodings and produces XLSX files that preserve international characters correctly — essential for multilingual data sets.

20+ output formats. Besides XLSX, convert XML files to CSV, PDF, JSON, HTML, TXT, XLS, and more — all from the same program.

Online Converters vs Desktop Converter

Feature	Online Tools	Total XML Converter
File size limit	5–50 MB typical	No limit
Batch conversion	One file at a time	Unlimited
Privacy	Files uploaded to cloud	100% offline
Nested XML handling	Often fails or produces garbage	Auto-flattened to columns
Encoding	Fixed (usually UTF-8)	UTF-8, UTF-16, ANSI
Automation	Manual only	Built-in command line
Other formats	Limited	CSV, PDF, JSON, HTML, TXT…
Pricing	Subscription or per-file	One-time $59.90

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Total XML Converter Customer Reviews 2026

Rate ItRated 4.7/5 based on customer reviews

"Our ERP exports transaction data as XML, and the accounting team needs it in Excel. Total XML Converter maps everything into clean XLSX tables automatically. We run it nightly via command line — zero manual work."

Mark Jensen Financial Analyst

"I convert hundreds of XML feeds from partner APIs into XLSX every week. The batch mode is a lifesaver. Nested elements are flattened correctly, and the column headers match the XML element names exactly."

Elena Rossi Data Integration Specialist

"Solid tool for converting XML config exports into spreadsheets for auditing. Works offline, which our security policy requires. The only thing I'd wish for is a preview of the column mapping before conversion."

David Park IT Administrator

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