How to convert TSV to XLS?
You can convert TSV to XLS with MConverter in three easy steps:
- Choose TSV files from your device or cloud storageAt the top of this page, drag and drop your TSVs.
Alternatively, click on the Browse box to select files with your device's file picker, or copy and paste a TSV file by pressing Ctrl+V (or ⌘+V on Mac).
MConverter can easily import TSVs from Google Drive, OneDrive, and Dropbox.
Converting a folder with TSV files to XLS is also supported: simply paste, drag and drop it, or use the ADD FOLDER button. - Click or tap on XLS from the list of target formatsYou could also use the search box at the top right to quickly find the format you need, whether it's XLS or something else.
- Get your XLS files after MConverter has finished processing themClick on DOWNLOAD ALL to save your XLS's to your default downloads folder, or select SAVE TO to choose another location.
You can also configure automatic file downloads during the conversion process or in the settings menu. When enabled, each XLS file is downloaded as soon as its conversion is complete, without waiting for the others to finish.
If supported by your device, you'll see a Share icon, allowing you to directly send converted files to other apps.
About the formats
| File extension | .tsv |
|---|---|
| Alternative filename extension | .tab |
| Category | Document/Office file formats |
| Developed by | - |
| Mime type | text/tab-separated-values |
Format description
Tab Separated Values (TSV) is a text-based file format developed in 1993. TSV files store information in a tabular format, where each row’s values are separated by tab characters. Commonly used to transfer data between databases and spreadsheets, TSV files are especially popular in the fields of data science and research.| File extension | .xls |
|---|---|
| Category | Document/Office file formats |
| Developed by | Microsoft |
| Mime type | application/vnd.ms-excel |
Format description
Spreadsheet compatible with Microsoft Office Excel 2003 and older.Common questions about converting TSV to XLS
Can I convert TSV to XLS in bulk?
Yes, MConverter supports batch converting of multiple TSVs to XLS's simultaneously. You can even drag and drop folders containing TSVs to convert to XLS.
Pasting TSV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Pasting TSV files and folders copied in the clipboard also works: use Ctrl+V.
Can I convert a TSV file to XLS, if its size is 2 GB?
Yes, with MConverter Pro you can convert big TSVs, up to 2 gigabytes each.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert TSV files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
The free version lets you convert files up to 100 MB. If you need to convert TSV files over 100 megabytes, try MConverter Pro. If your files aren’t over 1 GB, then you can use MConverter Plus instead, as it’s cheaper.
Is converting TSVs to XLS safe with MConverter?
Yes, we encrypt your connection using industry standards. Plus, your TSV files are only accessible by you. 4 hours after the conversion completes, they are automatically deleted from MConverter’s servers. You can also delete your TSVs and other converted files immediately after finishing the conversion by clicking the bin icon.
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How long does it take to convert TSV to XLS?
For most documents, the wait may be a minute or so. However, MConverter also supports converting larger documents, meaning that it could take a while (up to over an hour, for example).
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