Convert SXC to XML

Understanding sxc and xml file formats

SXC is the file extension for StarOffice Calc spreadsheets, which was later adopted by OpenOffice.org Calc. SXC files are part of the OpenDocument family and store spreadsheet data, formulas, and formatting in a compressed XML-based format.

XML (eXtensible Markup Language) is a widely used markup language for storing and transporting data in a structured, human-readable, and machine-readable format. XML files are plain text and can represent a wide variety of data structures.

Why convert sxc to xml?

Converting an SXC spreadsheet to XML allows you to extract and use the data in other applications, databases, or web services that require XML input. This is especially useful for data migration, integration, or sharing spreadsheet data in a standardized format.

How to convert sxc to xml

The most reliable way to convert SXC files to XML is by using LibreOffice Calc or Apache OpenOffice Calc. These open-source office suites support SXC files and offer export options to XML.

Steps using LibreOffice Calc

1. Open your SXC file in LibreOffice Calc.
2. Go to File → Save As.
3. In the Save as type dropdown, select Flat XML ODF Spreadsheet (.fods) or Data Interchange Format (.xml) if available.
4. Click Save.

If you need a custom XML structure, you may need to use a macro or export the data as CSV first, then use a script or a dedicated converter to transform the CSV to XML.

Recommended software and converters

• LibreOffice Calc – Free, open-source, cross-platform, and supports both SXC and XML export.
• Apache OpenOffice Calc – Similar to LibreOffice, with SXC and XML support.
• OnlineConvertFree or Zamzar – Online file converters that may support SXC to XML conversion, but check for compatibility and privacy policies.

Tips for successful conversion

• Always back up your original SXC file before conversion.
• Check the resulting XML file for data integrity and structure.
• If you need a specific XML schema, consider post-processing the exported XML with a script or XSLT.