Translate Excel quickly and accurately using AI human workflows.
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95%+
quality XLS translation
Smartcat’s adaptive AI improves with each edit your team makes, learning your specific preferences.
4X
faster turnarounds
Boost productivity with automated workflows and an intuitive platform for collaboration.
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cost savings
Compared to traditional translation agencies.
Smartcat’s AI document translator continually enhances its translation memory by learning from user edits in a feedback loop. Translation Quality Score (TQS) uses machine learning to identify areas for improvement, ensuring consistency and language accuracy.
Instant translation
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Collaboration
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for ease of setup
ease of use
global corporate clients
of the Fortune 500
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Drop and drop or upload a file from your PC
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Choose from 280+ languages.
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Upload your OpenOffice file and click Translate for near-instant AI translation.
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Assign reviewers in Smartcat Editor.
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Download or export the translated document.
50%
reduction in translation costs
Learn how isEazy, a leading e-learning company, cut translation costs in half with Smartcat.
1000s
of work hours saved
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92%
faster turnaround
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Translate spreadsheets with ease and efficiency.
An XLS file is a spreadsheet format created by Microsoft Excel with the .xls file extension. It stores data in cells organized into rows and columns and can include formulas, charts, and formatting. XLS is commonly used for data analysis, financial reports, and other types of structured data storage.
Note that modern (2007 and later) versions of Microsoft Excel use the .xlsx extension, an XML-based open file format that has greater interoperability compared to Microsoft’s proprietary .xls format. However, any version of Microsoft Excel (and compatible spreadsheet programs such as Google Sheets or LibreCalc) can open an XLS file. Remember that layout or functionality variations may exist when viewing XLS files in non-Microsoft spreadsheet applications.
As native OpenOffice translation support is limited, it is recommended to use a specialized platform like Smartcat for more accurate and efficient translation.
While there is no obvious ‘translate Excel file’ button, Microsoft Excel actually has the same basic machine translation functionality as other Microsoft Office apps like PowerPoint or Word, accessed under the ‘Review’ tab. However, it is very limited in scope. For more robust and accurate translations, especially for large datasets, specialized translation platforms like Smartcat are recommended.
You can convert an XLS file to other formats, such as XLSX, CSV, or PDF, using Excel’s "Save As" feature.
Simply open the file in Excel, go to "File," select "Save As," choose your desired format from the dropdown menu, and save the file. Note that, depending on the file type saved, some formatting or functionality might be lost.
When manually translating an XLS file, you may attempt to convert your spreadsheet into another format to more easily translate large volumes of data, but this increases the risk of error. For a more streamlined and accurate translation process, use Smartcat AI.
Yes, Smartcat is designed to efficiently handle large XLS files, providing fast and accurate translations. The platform’s AI can process extensive data sets, ensuring that all content is translated while preserving the structure and integrity of your spreadsheet.
Absolutely. Smartcat adheres to strict enterprise-standard security protocols, including advanced encryption and compliance with industry standards such as SOC-1, SOC-2, and SOC-3. Your confidential data in XLS files is securely processed and protected throughout translation. Additionally, your translation memory, glossary, and preferences are only accessible to you and cannot be used by any other parties on the Smartcat platform.