Convert XLSMHTML to XLS

Understanding xlsmhtml and xls file formats

XLSMHTML is a web archive format used by Microsoft Excel to save spreadsheets as a single MHTML (MIME HTML) file. This format preserves the spreadsheet's layout, formatting, and embedded objects, making it easy to share Excel content via web browsers. However, it is not natively editable in Excel as a standard spreadsheet.

XLS is the classic binary file format for Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, widely supported by spreadsheet applications. It allows for full editing, calculation, and data manipulation within Excel and compatible programs.

Why convert xlsmhtml to xls?

Converting xlsmhtml to xls enables you to regain full spreadsheet functionality, including editing, formula recalculation, and compatibility with a wide range of spreadsheet tools. This is especially useful if you receive an Excel file saved as MHTML and need to work with it in Excel or other spreadsheet software.

How to convert xlsmhtml to xls

There is no direct "Save As" option in Excel to convert MHTML files to XLS. However, you can use the following method:

1. Open Microsoft Excel.
2. Go to File → Open and select your .xlsmhtml or .mht file. If it does not appear, select "All Files (*.*)" in the file type dropdown.
3. Excel will open the file and display the spreadsheet content.
4. Go to File → Save As.
5. In the "Save as type" dropdown, select Excel 97-2003 Workbook (*.xls).
6. Choose your destination folder and click Save.

Best software for xlsmhtml to xls conversion

Microsoft Excel is the most reliable tool for this conversion, as it natively supports both formats. If you do not have Excel, you can try LibreOffice Calc, which can open MHTML files and save them as XLS, though formatting may not always be perfect.

Online converters

Some online converters, such as Zamzar or Convertio, support MHTML to XLS conversion. Simply upload your .xlsmhtml file and select XLS as the output format. However, for sensitive or confidential data, using desktop software is recommended for privacy reasons.