Convert Excel to CSV Format Easily with This Simple Guide
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Written By
Aradhya Jain -
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Shivam Rathore -
Updated on
December 3rd, 2025 - Read Time
5 minutes
User Query: My Excel file has multiple columns and special characters. How can I convert Excel to CSV securely without losing any information?
Introduction: Excel is a powerful tool for managing data, but sometimes you need your file in CSV format. CSV (Comma-Separated Values) is a lightweight file type commonly used for importing data into applications, websites, databases, email tools, and online platforms. In this complete blog, you will learn a simple and reliable DRS Softech Excel Converter Tool to export Excel to CSV without losing important data. If you want to use the built-in Excel save option or try a professional method for bulk conversion, this guide covers everything.
Reasons to Convert XLSX to CSV
- CSV works on all systems and platforms without compatibility issues.
- Many websites, apps, and databases only accept CSV uploads.
- CSV files are lightweight and easy to share or process.
- Ideal for data migration, like contacts, products, and records.
- Faster to load and handle large data compared to Excel.
- Also, useful for automation, scripts, and importing data into software.
Manual Method to Convert Excel to CSV
The easiest way is to save your Excel file as a CSV directly from Excel. Here are the simple steps:
- Firstly, open your Excel file.
- Now, click on File in the top-left corner.
- After that, select Save As or Save a Copy.
- Then, choose the folder where you want to save the file.
- In the “Save as type” dropdown, select CSV (Comma-delimited) (*.csv).
- Afterwards, click Save.
- Your Excel file will now be saved as a CSV file.
Limitations: Manually Convert Excel Sheet to CSV
- Only converts one sheet at a time.
- Special characters may break or appear incorrectly.
- Large files may lose formatting.
- Formulas will convert to plain text.
- Moreover, not suitable for batch Excel to CSV conversion.
Professional Tool to Convert Excel to CSV
The DRS Softech Excel to CSV Converter Tool is a fast and reliable solution to convert multiple Excel files at once. You can easily add one or many XLS/XLSX files and export them to CSV without losing any data. The tool keeps your columns, characters, and structure intact during the conversion. Its simple interface makes it easy for anyone to use, even without technical skills. A free demo version is also available to check how the tool works before buying. Additionally, you can convert Excel to vCard (.VCF) Format and other formats.
One-Time Excel to CSV Conversion Service
If you don’t want to install any software or handle the conversion yourself, DRS Softech also offers a One-Time Excel to CSV Conversion Service. Our experts securely convert your Excel files into clean and properly formatted CSV files without losing any data. You just share your files through our safe channel, and we deliver the converted CSV files exactly as you need them—quick, accurate, and hassle-free.
Simple Steps to Export Data from XLSX to CSV
- Download the DRS Softech XLSX Converter Tool.
- Now, add your Excel file from your system.
- Choose Standard and Advanced Mode to load your data.
- Preview all the necessary information about the tool.
- You can select the Saving Format as CSV from the options.
- After that, apply advanced features and click Convert.
Real-Life Scenario: How the Tool Helped a Business Analyst
Eliza, a business analyst, had 15 Excel files containing sales reports from different departments. She needed to upload all the data into a CRM system that only accepted CSV files. Manually saving each file as CSV was taking too much time, and some sheets had special characters that were not converting correctly.
She used the DRS Softech Excel to CSV Converter Tool to load all her Excel files at once. With just a few clicks, the tool converted every sheet into clean CSV files without breaking the formatting or data. Within minutes, Eliza had all her CSV files ready to upload, saving her hours of manual work and preventing data errors.
Conclusion
In this technical blog post, we explored several methods to convert Excel to CSV. The manual “Save As” option works for small tasks, but it is not suitable when you have many files, multiple sheets, or special characters. This is where the DRS Softech Excel to CSV Converter Tool helps. It keeps your data safe, supports bulk conversion, and ensures every value stays accurate during the export. You can also try the demo version before purchasing to understand how the tool works.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ans: Yes, but CSV files display only plain text. They do not support formulas, formatting, colors, or charts.
Ans: Yes, this is normal. CSV keeps only raw data because it is a simple text-based format used for data import.
Ans: Yes, this is normal. CSV keeps only raw data because it is a simple text-based format used for data import.
Ans: Yes. The DRS Softech Excel to CSV Converter Tool ensures full data safety, maintains structure, and preserves special characters during conversion.
