Convert ENC to XLS

Understanding ENC and XLS file formats

ENC files are typically encrypted or encoded files used by various software applications to protect sensitive data. The actual content and structure of an ENC file can vary widely depending on the program that created it. These files are not standardized and often require the original software or a specific decryption tool to access their contents.

XLS is the file extension for Microsoft Excel Spreadsheet files, used primarily for storing tabular data, calculations, and charts. XLS files are widely supported and can be opened with Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, Google Sheets, and other spreadsheet programs.

How to convert ENC to XLS

Converting an ENC file to XLS is not a straightforward process because ENC files are usually encrypted or encoded. The conversion depends on the source of the ENC file:

• If the ENC file is an encrypted Excel file, you need to decrypt it first using the original software or password, then save it as an XLS file.
• If the ENC file is encoded data from a specific application, use that application to File → Export → Excel or File → Save As → XLS if available.
• If the ENC file is from a navigation chart (S-57 ENC), specialized GIS or mapping software may be required to extract tabular data and export it to XLS.

Without knowing the exact origin of the ENC file, a universal converter is not available. Always ensure you have the right software that created the ENC file.

Best software for ENC to XLS conversion

• Microsoft Excel: If the ENC file is an encrypted Excel file, open it in Excel and enter the password to unlock, then use File → Save As → Excel Workbook (*.xls).
• Original application: Use the software that created the ENC file to export or save the data as XLS.
• Global Mapper or QGIS: For S-57 ENC navigation charts, these GIS tools can open ENC files and export attribute tables to XLS or CSV.

For generic encrypted files, decryption is required before any conversion. Always ensure you have the legal right to access and convert the data.

Summary

ENC to XLS conversion depends on the type and origin of the ENC file. Use the original software or a specialized tool to decrypt or decode the file, then export or save the data as an XLS spreadsheet. There is no universal converter for all ENC files due to their varied nature.