Word to Excel Converter
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Use this DOCX to XLSX converter to turn DOCX files into XLSX right in your browser — ideal for spreadsheets and tables, data with formulas and reports. XLSX is valued for being formulas and formatting, while DOCX comes with a tradeoff: layout can shift between apps.
When should you convert Word to Excel?
- To get XLSX's built-in advantage: formulas and formatting
- To move past DOCX's common limitation: layout can shift between apps
- To open your files in apps that prefer XLSX
- To share XLSX files more easily
About Word and Excel files
Word document
Strengths
- fully editable
- rich formatting
- standard for office work
Limitations
- layout can shift between apps
- needs Word-compatible software
Excel spreadsheet
Strengths
- formulas and formatting
- multiple sheets
- standard for office data
Limitations
- needs spreadsheet software
- not plain text
DOCX vs XLSX
| Format | DOCX | XLSX |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | — | — |
| Transparency | — | — |
| Best for | editable documents and reports and letters | spreadsheets and tables and data with formulas |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is this DOCX to XLSX converter free?
- Yes. You can convert DOCX to XLSX online for free, with no account and no watermark.
- Do I need to install software or sign up?
- No. The conversion runs entirely in your browser — no installs and no account required.
- Why convert to XLSX instead of staying with DOCX?
- XLSX is known for being formulas and formatting — that's what you gain by converting instead of keeping the DOCX file.
- Are my files safe?
- Yes. Files are processed only to complete the conversion and are auto-deleted after 2 hours. We never share them.
- Can I convert multiple DOCX files at once?
- Yes. Drop several files to convert them in a batch and download the results as a single ZIP.