1) Upload XLS file to convert
Drop files here, or Click to select
Allowed file types: edi, qif, ofx, iif, srt, ics, excel, ris, bib, ods, xls, xlsx, xlsm, csv, tsv, tab, xlsb, xltx, xlr, pxl, qpw, wb3, wq1, dbf, wk3, 123, mdb, evtx, pages, numbers, sqlite
2) Set converting XLS to PDF options
3) Get converted file
Total Excel Converter
Total Excel Converter supports almost all Excel extensions: XLS, XLSX, XLSM, XLSB, XLT, XLTM, XLTX, XLK, XLW. When the new Office is released, we will add new file types too.
With Total Excel Converter you can convert Excel to PDF and add a digital signature in one go.
Total Excel Converter can convert each page of your spreadsheet into a separate file.
Tell Total Excel Converter to copy original time stamps if you don't want to change the date.
Have an outdated Microsoft Office 2003? Update all your old files to the new format in one go. Convert XLS files to XLSX in batches.
Total Excel Converter will help you to convert Excel 2003 XML Files (rare option!)
Total Excel Converter has a built-in renamer to give your files new descriptive names. Include a counter, a date or worksheet name into the file name and your files will be in perfect order.
Convert Excel spread sheets via our most straightforward interface.
The widest list of output file types: DOC, PDF, HTML, MHT, XHTML, CSV, TXT, TIFF, JPEG, SVG, RTF, XML, XLS, XLSX, ODS, ODT, Lotus, DIFF, SYLK, LATEX, SQL, DBF, Access!
Total Excel Converter can combine several Excel spread sheets into one TIFF or PDF file.
Want to quickly find a file? Total Excel Converter helps you to preview any document you select.
Add your logo or any other image to the header or the footer of the output file.
Want more order? Add page counters or a date to every page of the output files. Sequential numbering of several folders is avaialble.
Total Excel Converter can copy original time stamps if you want to keep them.
When you convert Excel to PDF you can set user permissions, password-protect your files or sign with a digital signature. Get PDF, PDF/A and non-searchable PDFs.
Total Excel Converter can be run via command line (get the ready-to-use command line from GUI).💾 Upload Your File: Go to the site, click on «Upload File,» and select your XLS file.
✍️ Set Conversion Options: Choose PDF as the output format and adjust any additional options if needed.
Convert and Download: Click 👉«Download Converted File»👈 to get your PDF file.
| File extension | .XLS |
| Category | Document File |
| Description | XLS is the most popular format for storing table data. It is native Microsoft Excel format with data stored in numbered cells that form columns and rows. The top line and left column of each table contains numbering of each cell that can contain either static or dynamic data that is calculated from formulas. XLS features powerful calculation and charts-building options, as well as rich text formatting. XLS is compatible with numerous table editors such as Calc, PlanMaker, OpenOffice, etc. |
| Associated programs | Microsoft Excel Microsoft Excel Viewer OpenOffice |
| Developed by | Microsoft |
| MIME type | application/vnd.ms-excel |
| Useful links | More detailed information on XLS files |
| Conversion type | XLS to PDF |
| File extension | |
| Category | Document File |
| Description | Adobe Systems Portable Document Format (PDF) format provides all the contents of a printed document in electronic form, including text and images, as well as technical details like links, scales, graphs, and interactive content. You can open this file in free Acrobat Reader and scroll through the page or the entire document, which is generally one or more pages. The PDF format is used to save pre-designed periodicals, brochures, and flyers. |
| Associated programs | Adobe Viewer Ghostscript Ghostview Xpdf CoolUtils PDF Viewer |
| Developed by | Adobe Systems |
| MIME type | application/pdf application/x-pdf |
| Useful links | More detailed information on PDF files |
Quick answer: To convert XLS to PDF, open CoolUtils' online converter, upload your spreadsheet, choose PDF as the output format, click Convert and download the result. The PDF holds the sheet layout, fonts, numbers and gridlines in a fixed page anyone can open and print. The service is free, runs in any browser and needs no Excel and no signup.
XLS is the older binary spreadsheet format that Microsoft Excel used through the 2003 release, and files still arrive as XLS from accounting systems and export tools. PDF turns that grid into a fixed page that opens on any device, prints the same everywhere and cannot be edited by accident.
Yes. The conversion runs online, so you only need a browser and your XLS file, not an Excel license. Upload the spreadsheet, pick PDF, click Convert, and the finished PDF downloads to your computer or phone.
| Feature | Online Converters | CoolUtils Desktop | Excel Built-in | Other Software |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Batch Conversion | Limited | ✅ Unlimited | Manual only | Limited |
| File Size Limit | 1-5MB | ✅ No limits | System dependent | Varies |
| Privacy & Security | Upload required | ✅ 100% offline | ✅ Local only | Varies |
| Conversion Speed | Internet dependent | ✅ Fast local processing | Slow | Medium |
| Advanced Options | Basic | ✅ Full customization | Limited | Basic |
| Cost | Free/Premium | One-time purchase | Requires Office | Subscription |
| Formatting Preservation | Good | ✅ Excellent | Good | Varies |
| Multiple Formats Support | Limited | ✅ 40+ formats | Few formats | Limited |
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