Working with .xlsx files doesn’t necessarily require you to have access to Microsoft Excel. In fact, Google Sheets, a free cloud-based tool, offers you the ability to open, edit, and save .xlsx files. This blog post will guide you through the process of opening an .xlsx file in Google Sheets.
What is an XLSX File?
XLSX is a file extension for an open XML spreadsheet file format used by Microsoft Excel. Google Sheets also supports this type of file for opening, editing and re-saving. It provides a practical way to collaborate on spreadsheet tasks without the need of Microsoft Excel.
How to Open an XLSX File in Google Sheets
Follow these simple steps to open an XLSX file in Google Sheets:
Step 1: Sign in to Google Drive
Firstly, you need to sign in to Google Drive using your Google account. If you don’t have a Google account, you can create one for free here.
Step 2: Upload the XLSX file
Once you’re signed in to Google Drive, click on the ‘New’ button on the left-side menu, and then click on ‘File upload’. Navigate to the location on your computer where your .xlsx file is stored, select it and click ‘Open’. Your file will be uploaded to Google Drive.
Step 3: Open the file with Google Sheets
After uploading the file, navigate to where it’s stored in Google Drive. Right click on the file, select ‘Open with’, and then click on ‘Google Sheets’. Your .xlsx file will now open in Google Sheets.
Conclusion
That’s it! You have successfully opened an .xlsx file in Google Sheets. You can now view and edit the spreadsheet. Once you’re done, Google Sheets will automatically save your work back to the Google Drive. You can also download the file in different formats by clicking File > Download and choosing your preferred format.
Google Sheets is a powerful tool for handling .xlsx files, especially if you need to collaborate with others. We hope this tutorial has helped you learn how to open .xlsx files using Google Sheets. Happy spreadsheeting!
