Convert MDB to XLSB

File Extension MDB
Full Name Microsoft Access Database Format

Files with the .MDB extension contain databases – their structure consisting of tables and fields as well as the data they contain, including their relations; the files can also contain saved forms for data entry, queries, procedures, reports, and safety settings. It is a file that is unique to the Microsoft Access software.

File Extension XLSB
Full Name Microsoft Excel 2007/2010 Binary Workbook Format

Files with the .XLSB extension contain spreadsheets, namely pages of rows and cells distributed in a table, containing data, formulae, charts, macros, and their assigned formatting.

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "MDB") to another (referred to as "XLSB"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, MDB file may be incompatible with the software or device we want to use to open or edit it. In such cases, converting the file from format MDB to format XLSB becomes essential.

So, how can we perform MDB to XLSB file conversion? Fortunately, there are many tools and computer programs available that enable file format conversion. These tools work by reading the data from the file in format MDB and transforming it into format XLSB. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of MDB to XLSB converters.

Conversion from MDB to XLSB

MDB to XLSB

How to convert the MDB file to XLSB?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of MDB to XLSB. Handling all the programs is usually very intuitive and is based on the same pattern of conduct. We will briefly discuss a few steps that you always need to go through while changing the format of the MDB file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file MDB, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the MDB file to the application
  • Select the output format of the XLSB file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file XLSB on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted XLSB file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
I cannot see the file extensions. What should I do?

File extensions are not normally displayed to users. To change this, go to Control Panel, select Appearance and Personalization and Folder Options. Next, select the View and find the option "Hide extensions for known file types". The option should be deselected (cleared) and confirmed with OK.