Processed on your device
Files are not uploaded to CookPDF servers
The main operation runs in the browser on your device.
Keep the source file
Keep the original until you have fully checked the converted file.
Check the result
Review fonts, layout, data, images and page numbers before use.
How to convert Excel to PDF
Choose a file, convert and check the result carefully.
Choose a source file
Open the XLS or XLSX file you want to convert.
Convert
Create the PDF document and wait for processing to finish.
Review and download
Open the result, compare the content, then save it to your device.
Highlights
Convert to the right format and keep the source file for comparison.
The right format for the job
Create a PDF document from an XLS or XLSX file for the next step in your workflow.
No software to install
Run the conversion right in your browser.
Stay in control of your source file
The original is not overwritten when the output file is created.
Processed on your device
Files are not uploaded to CookPDF servers for the main operation.
Use cases
Common needs that suit the output format.
Send a spreadsheet report
Create a PDF so recipients can view it without editing the formulas.
Prepare a sheet for printing
Check the print area and page layout before printing.
Save a periodic report
Create a PDF version at the moment of export for storage.
Ready to convert Excel to PDF?
Choose a source file to start and check the result right in your browser.
Convert Excel to PDF online
Convert an Excel spreadsheet to PDF for sending or printing, with a step to check the print area, orientation, scaling and columns that overflow the page.
When should you convert?
- Send a spreadsheet report: Create a PDF so recipients can view it without editing the formulas.
- Prepare a sheet for printing: Check the print area and page layout before printing.
- Save a periodic report: Create a PDF version at the moment of export for storage.
How to check the resulting file
Open the output file in a suitable app, compare the page count and check fonts, layout, images, tables and important data. Do not delete the source file until the conversion meets your needs.
Format limits
The print area, hidden columns, hidden sheets, paper size, scaling and page breaks strongly determine the result. Formulas are represented by their displayed values and do not become interactive formulas in the PDF.
Data and sessions
The main operation runs on your device and files are not uploaded to CookPDF servers. Your browser may keep a local cache to restore the session; you can clear the session in the interface or clear website data in your browser settings.
Frequently asked questions
Information about layout, data, quality and conversion limits.
Can multiple sheets be converted?
Why is my table split across multiple pages?
Do formulas still work in the PDF?
Are charts preserved?
Ready to convert Excel to PDF?
Choose a source file to start and check the result right in your browser.