How do I convert an Excel spreadsheet to Markdown?

Click 'Choose File', select your Excel file (.xlsx or .xls), and the tool will instantly convert each sheet into a Markdown table. You can then copy the output or download it as a .md file.

Can I convert multiple Excel sheets at once?

Yes! If your Excel file has multiple sheets, the converter will process all of them. Each sheet becomes a separate Markdown table with its sheet name as a heading.

Are formulas converted to Markdown?

No, only the calculated values are converted. Excel formulas are evaluated and their results are displayed in the Markdown table.

What happens to Excel formatting like colors and borders?

Markdown tables don't support visual formatting like colors, borders, or cell backgrounds. Only the text content and basic table structure are preserved.

Is my Excel data uploaded to a server?

No! All conversion happens locally in your browser. Your Excel file is never uploaded to any server, ensuring complete privacy for sensitive data.

Can I convert CSV files to Markdown tables?

Yes! This tool supports both .xlsx and .xls files. For CSV files, you can use our 'Paste Text' tab and select 'CSV to Markdown Table' mode.

What if my Excel file has merged cells?

Merged cells are treated as a single cell. The content will appear in the first cell of the merge range in the Markdown table.

Can I convert large Excel files?

Yes, but very large spreadsheets (thousands of rows) may take a few seconds to process. The tool can handle typical Excel files without issues.

Excel to Markdown Converter - Convert Spreadsheets to Markdown Tables

Why Convert Excel to Markdown Tables?

Markdown tables are perfect for displaying structured data in documentation, GitHub README files, and static websites. Converting your Excel spreadsheets to Markdown offers several benefits:

GitHub Compatible: Markdown tables render beautifully on GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket
Documentation Ready: Perfect for technical documentation, API references, and data dictionaries
Version Control Friendly: Plain text format works seamlessly with Git
Lightweight: Markdown files are much smaller than Excel files
Web Publishing: Easily convert to HTML tables for websites and blogs
No Software Required: View and edit with any text editor

How Excel to Markdown Conversion Works

Our converter uses the SheetJS library to read Excel files directly in your browser:

Your Excel file (.xlsx or .xls) is parsed using JavaScript
Each sheet is converted to CSV format internally
The CSV data is transformed into Markdown table syntax with proper alignment
If multiple sheets exist, each becomes a separate table with a heading
The final Markdown is displayed with character and line counts

Common Use Cases

API Documentation: Convert parameter tables from Excel to Markdown for API docs
Data Dictionaries: Transform database schema tables into readable Markdown documentation
GitHub README Files: Add feature comparison tables or pricing tables to your README
Technical Specs: Convert specification sheets to Markdown for static site generators
Product Catalogs: Turn product data spreadsheets into Markdown tables for websites
Changelog Tables: Create version history tables from Excel tracking sheets

Tips for Best Results

First Row as Header: The first row of your Excel sheet becomes the table header
Keep It Simple: Avoid complex formatting - Markdown tables support basic text only
Clean Your Data: Remove unnecessary rows and columns before conversion
Check Cell Values: Make sure formulas are calculated before converting
Short Column Names: Use concise header names for better table readability
Review Output: Always check the Markdown output and adjust formatting if needed

Privacy & Security

Your Excel files are processed entirely in your browser using client-side JavaScript. No data is uploaded to any server, transmitted over the internet, or stored anywhere. This ensures complete privacy for sensitive spreadsheets containing financial data, customer information, or proprietary business data.

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