Convert DEX to XLS

Understanding DEX and XLS file formats

DEX files, short for Dalvik Executable, are compiled bytecode files used by Android applications. These files contain the executable code that runs on the Android Runtime (ART) or Dalvik virtual machine. DEX files are not designed for storing tabular data or spreadsheets.

XLS files are Microsoft Excel spreadsheet files. They store data in a tabular format, supporting formulas, charts, and formatting, and are widely used for data analysis and reporting.

Why convert DEX to XLS?

Converting a DEX file to XLS is an uncommon process, as these formats serve very different purposes. However, if you need to extract information such as method lists, class names, or other metadata from a DEX file for analysis in Excel, conversion can be useful.

How to convert DEX to XLS

There is no direct converter from DEX to XLS, but you can follow these steps:

1. Use a DEX decompiler or analyzer (such as JADX or APKTool) to extract readable information from the DEX file.
2. Export the extracted data (e.g., class names, methods) to a CSV or TXT file.
3. Open Microsoft Excel and use File → Open to import the CSV or TXT file.
4. Save the imported data as an XLS file using File → Save As → Excel Workbook (*.xls).

Recommended software for DEX to XLS conversion

• JADX: Open-source DEX decompiler that can export code and metadata to text files.
• APKTool: Useful for extracting resources and information from APKs and DEX files.
• Microsoft Excel: For importing CSV/TXT and saving as XLS.

Summary

While there is no one-click solution to convert DEX to XLS, you can extract relevant data from DEX files using decompilers and then import that data into Excel for further analysis.