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How to Convert XLS to DBF With Freeware

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Excel software has freeware converters to change file formats.

The Microsoft Excel software uses the "XLS" extension to indicate to your operating system that the file opens in the Office software. XLS has freeware converters already installed with the spreadsheet software. The DBF file extension is a DBASE format used by mainframe database systems. You can freely convert an XLS file to the DBF file format without purchasing any third party converters.

Instructions

    • 1

      Double-click your XLS file. This loads the Excel spreadsheet software and automatically opens the XLS file.

    • 2

      Click the Microsoft Office button on the top-left corner of the Excel window. In the list of options, click the "Save As" menu item to open the conversion dialog box.

    • 3

      Select the "DBF" format in the list of options in the "File Type" drop-down box. Enter a name for the converted file in the text box.

    • 4

      Click "Save" to convert your file and save the new format to your hard drive.

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