Convert XLK to XCEL

File Extension XLK
Full Name Microsoft Excel Backup Format

File witn .XLK extension contains backup copy of spreadsheet file created with Microsoft Excel (.XLS file) versions up to 2000.

File Extension XCEL
Full Name Microsoft Excel For Mac Spreadsheet

What is file format conversion?

File format conversion is the process of transforming a file from one format (referred to as "XLK") to another (referred to as "XCEL"). This may be necessary for various reasons. For example, XLK 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 XLK to format XCEL becomes essential.

So, how can we perform XLK to XCEL 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 XLK and transforming it into format XCEL. This allows the preservation of the original information contained in the file, even after changing its format. Below you will find a list of XLK to XCEL converters.

Conversion from XLK to XCEL

How to convert the XLK file to XCEL?

If you have already downloaded one of the converters and installed it on your computer, you can proceed to the appropriate conversion process of XLK to XCEL. 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 XLK file:

  • Please indicate on your computer the source file XLK, the format of which you are going to change
  • Load the XLK file to the application
  • Select the output format of the XCEL file (the one that we want to achieve)
  • Select the location to save the output file XCEL on the disk (the place where the program will save the converted file)
  • Confirm conversion
  • Wait for a moment
  • Enjoy the converted XCEL file that can be found in the location selected in step 4
Other conversions
from the XLK format:
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Other conversions
to the XCEL format:
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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.