Compressor Excel: Reduce Excel File Size Online

Step 1: Upload Your Excel File

Begin by uploading the Excel file you want to compress. The tool supports XLS, XLSX, and CSV file formats.

• Drag and Drop: Drag your file from your computer and drop it into the "Drag & Drop Your Excel File Here" area.
• Manual Upload: Click the "Upload File" button in the center of the drop area, or use the floating "+" button at the bottom-right corner of the screen to select a file from your device.

Step 2: Select Compression Options

After uploading your file, the "Compression Options" section will appear. Choose the options to reduce your file size:

• Remove Formatting: Check this box to remove cell styles, fonts, and borders, which can significantly reduce file size if your Excel file contains heavy formatting.
• Remove Hidden Sheets: Check this box to delete any hidden sheets in your Excel file, freeing up space.
• Remove Unused Rows and Columns: Check this box to trim unused rows and columns that may be inflating the file size.

Step 3: Compress the File

Once you’ve selected your compression options, click the "Compress File" button to start the process. A progress bar will appear to indicate that the tool is processing your file.

• The compression process happens directly in your browser—no data is sent to a server.
• Depending on the size of your file, this may take a few seconds.

Step 4: Review File Size and Download

After compression is complete, the tool will display the original and compressed file sizes. A download link for the compressed file will also appear.

• Compare the "Original File Size" and "Compressed File Size" to see the reduction achieved.
• Click the "Download Compressed File" button to save the compressed file to your device.

Additional Features

The Compressor Excel tool includes additional features to enhance your experience:

• Dark Mode: Toggle between light and dark modes using the moon/sun icon at the top-right corner of the tool.
• Floating Upload Button: Use the floating "+" button at the bottom-right corner to quickly upload a new file at any time.

Tips for Best Results

• Ensure your Excel file is not corrupted and can be opened in software like Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets.
• Files with heavy formatting, hidden sheets, or large unused areas will see the most significant size reduction.
• If the file size reduction is minimal, it may already be optimized. Try adjusting the compression options.
• If you encounter any issues, try refreshing the page and starting again.