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How to convert an Excel file to PDF

Follow these easy steps to learn how to convert Excel files to PDFs online:

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  1. Click the Select a file button above or drag and drop a file into the drop zone.
  2. Select the file you want to convert from XLS or XLSX to PDF format.
  3. After uploading the Excel sheet, Acrobat automatically converts it to the PDF file format.
  4. Download your converted PDF or sign in to share it.

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Convert Excel files to PDF online

Create PDF files with ease with Adobe Acrobat online services. The Acrobat Excel to PDF converter tool lets you turn a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet into a PDF document, preserving your layout and ensuring it looks just right for sharing or printing.

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Fast Excel to PDF conversion

Converting an Excel worksheet into a new PDF file only takes a few seconds. Just drag and drop a workbook or upload an Excel document from your saved folders, and Acrobat will quickly transform it into a high-quality PDF that preserves your data and formatting.

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Share and collaborate on PDFs

After creating a PDF file, share it for review by signing into Acrobat. Everyone can comment in the same PDF online, and you can reply to comments and @mention people to keep feedback organised - all in one place for seamless collaboration.

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Edit for free in Excel online

Edit Microsoft Excel spreadsheets online for free by signing in to Acrobat. Simply select an Excel workbook, and Acrobat will open it in Microsoft Excel for the web, allowing you to make changes, update data, and format cells from any device with internet access - no additional software needed.

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Keep your content private

To ensure your privacy, Adobe automatically deletes files from our servers unless you sign in to Acrobat and save them to your online account. This approach keeps your data secure and provides control over which files you choose to retain.

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A trusted Excel to PDF converter

As the creator of the PDF format, Adobe offers industry-leading tools you can trust. With our Excel to PDF online converter, easily transform your XLS and XLSX files into high-quality PDFs, preserving your data and layout for reliable sharing and professional results.

Questions? We have answers.

How can I convert Excel to PDF without downloading software?

The Acrobat Excel to PDF converter tool lets you convert Microsoft Excel files entirely online, without needing to download any software onto your local device. You can use the online tool in any web browser and on any operating system, including Mac, Windows and Linux.

If you need additional PDF and e-signing tools, you can try Adobe Acrobat Pro for free for seven days to optimise your document workflows. With the Acrobat trial, you can use PDF editor tools, compress PDF files, annotate files, add headers and footers, merge PDFs and print to PDF. You can also convert Microsoft Word documents, PowerPoint presentations and Excel worksheets or convert images, including JPG, PNG and TIFF files. In addition, OCR functionality lets you convert scanned files to editable text, saving you time by reuse existing content.

How can I convert Excel files to PDF without losing formatting?
Our PDF converter preserves the original formatting of your Microsoft Excel content when you save it as a PDF, ensuring that tables, charts, fonts, and layouts remain intact. This way, your data appears exactly as intended, making it easy to share professional, polished documents without worrying about formatting issues.
Is there a way to save Excel files as PDF files without my pages getting cut off?
You can prevent text and part of your pages getting cut off if you implement page breaks and customise Excel settings such as orientation, page and sheet margins and print area prior to saving your workbook as a PDF file. You can also try other Acrobat online tools to organise and optimise your newly created document, with tools available to delete, rotate, reorder, extract and insert PDF pages.
Can I convert multiple Excel files to PDF at once?
Currently, the Acrobat online Excel to PDF converter processes one file at a time. For batch conversions, consider using Adobe Acrobat Pro, which offers tools for converting multiple Excel files into PDFs in a single operation, streamlining large-scale document management and saving you time when working with numerous files.
Does Acrobat’s converter handle Excel files with multiple tabs?
Yes, Adobe Acrobat's Excel to PDF converter can handle workbooks with multiple sheets. When you convert an Excel workbook to PDF, each sheet is converted into a separate page within the PDF, preserving the structure of your original file. This functionality ensures that all the content from your Excel workbook is accurately represented in the resulting PDF document.
Can I convert password-protected Excel files to PDF?
To convert a password-protected Excel file to PDF using Adobe's online converter, you must first remove the password protection within Excel before uploading the file. This is because the online converter cannot process files that are password-protected. For more advanced features, such as handling password-protected files, consider using Adobe Acrobat Pro.
Is it possible to edit the converted PDF after saving it?
Yes, after converting your Excel file to PDF, you can edit the PDF using Acrobat online services. These tools allow you to add annotations, modify text, insert images, and make other adjustments to your document. This flexibility enables you to refine your PDF as needed after the initial conversion.

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