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XLS to PDF Converter


CONVERT XLS to PDF ONLINE

1) Upload XLS file to convert

 

Drop files here, or Click to select
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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

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Options

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3) Get converted file

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okTotal 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.
okWith Total Excel Converter you can convert Excel to PDF and add a digital signature in one go.
okTotal Excel Converter can convert each page of your spreadsheet into a separate file.
okTell Total Excel Converter to copy original time stamps if you don't want to change the date.
okHave an outdated Microsoft Office 2003? Update all your old files to the new format in one go. Convert XLS files to XLSX in batches.
okTotal Excel Converter will help you to convert Excel 2003 XML Files (rare option!)
okTotal 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.
okConvert Excel spread sheets via our most straightforward interface.
okThe 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!
okTotal Excel Converter can combine several Excel spread sheets into one TIFF or PDF file.
okWant to quickly find a file? Total Excel Converter helps you to preview any document you select.
okAdd your logo or any other image to the header or the footer of the output file.
okWant more order? Add page counters or a date to every page of the output files. Sequential numbering of several folders is avaialble.
okTotal Excel Converter can copy original time stamps if you want to keep them.
okWhen 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.
okTotal Excel Converter can be run via command line (get the ready-to-use command line from GUI).

How to convert XLS to PDF?

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💾 Upload Your File: Go to the site, click on «Upload File,» and select your XLS file.

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✍️ Set Conversion Options: Choose PDF as the output format and adjust any additional options if needed.

3

Convert and Download: Click 👉«Download Converted File»👈 to get your PDF file.


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Cloud Based
Convert XLS to PDF without installing Excel or a spreadsheet app. Upload the file in your browser and download the PDF on Windows, Mac, or mobile.
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Secure
Spreadsheets can contain names, figures, and contact details. Your XLS upload is encrypted in transit with HTTPS/TLS and processed in data centers with multi-factor access control during the conversion to PDF.
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Ease of Use
Converting from XLS to PDF has never been so simple. Our intuitive interface lets you convert files in just a few clicks.
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The contents of your XLS are never inspected or reused. After the conversion to PDF, both files are deleted automatically from our servers. Privacy Policy.

 

XLS File

File extension .XLS
CategoryDocument File
DescriptionXLS 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 programsMicrosoft Excel
Microsoft Excel Viewer
OpenOffice
Developed byMicrosoft
MIME typeapplication/vnd.ms-excel
Useful linksMore detailed information on XLS files
Conversion typeXLS to PDF

PDF File

File extension .PDF
CategoryDocument File
DescriptionAdobe 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 programsAdobe Viewer
Ghostscript
Ghostview
Xpdf
CoolUtils PDF Viewer
Developed byAdobe Systems
MIME typeapplication/pdf
application/x-pdf
Useful linksMore detailed information on PDF files

What users say

Rating XLS to PDF   5 star XLS to PDF   4.9 (374 votes)Rate this converter
5 star2026-01-18
Converted hundreds of XLS reports to PDF for long-term archiving — the output was pixel-accurate with proper page breaks and print areas respected.
Marcus Becker
5 star2026-03-05
We use XLS to PDF conversion to distribute read-only financial summaries to stakeholders who don't have Excel installed.
Priya Iyer
4 star2026-04-22
Fast batch conversion of XLS files to PDF for our audit archive — all formulas rendered as values and the layout stayed intact.
Olga Petrenko
 

FAQ

How do I convert an entire Excel spreadsheet to PDF?

Open CoolUtils' online converter, upload the XLS or XLSX file, choose PDF as the output format and click Convert. The whole workbook is converted, sheet by sheet, and you download one PDF when the job finishes. No Excel install and no account are needed.

Can I convert Excel to PDF for free?

Yes. CoolUtils' online converter is free to use and asks for no registration, no email address and no card details. Open the page, upload your spreadsheet, choose PDF and download the result. Nothing has to be installed on your computer.

Why will an Excel file not convert to PDF?

The usual causes are a file that is still open and locked by another program, a password on the workbook, or a file that was renamed to XLS but is really something else, such as CSV or HTML. Close the file, remove the password and upload it again.

Can I convert XLS to PDF without losing formatting?

Column widths, fonts, number formats, merged cells and cell colors are carried into the PDF, so the page looks like the sheet on screen. Very wide sheets may be split across pages, which is normal for a fixed page size. Check the downloaded PDF before you send it on.

What is the difference between XLS and XLSX?

XLS is the binary format Excel used up to 2003. XLSX, introduced with Excel 2007, is a zipped XML package and is what modern Excel writes by default. CoolUtils' online converter accepts both and produces the same kind of PDF from either one.

Can I convert XLS to PDF on a Mac or a phone?

Yes. The converter runs in the browser, so macOS, Windows, Linux, Android and iOS all work the same way. Upload the XLS file from your device, choose PDF, and save the result where you need it.
 

 

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.

Can I convert an Excel file to PDF without Excel installed?

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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