Download Sample Excel Files
Free sample Excel files for testing spreadsheet processing tools. Various templates including employee lists, sales reports, and budgets.
Available Sample Files
Employee List
Employee directory with contact info and departments
Sales Report
Monthly sales data with regions and revenue
Product Inventory
Inventory tracking with stock levels and suppliers
Budget Tracker
Monthly budget with categories and actual spending
Project Timeline
Project tasks with dates, owners, and status
| ID | Name | Department | Position | Salary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | John Smith | john@company.com | Engineering | Developer | $75,000 |
| 2 | Sarah Johnson | sarah@company.com | Marketing | Manager | $85,000 |
| 3 | Mike Brown | mike@company.com | Sales | Representative | $65,000 |
| 4 | Emily Davis | emily@company.com | HR | Coordinator | $55,000 |
| 5 | Chris Wilson | chris@company.com | Engineering | Lead | $95,000 |
About Excel Files
Microsoft Excel files (.xls, .xlsx) are spreadsheet files that can contain multiple worksheets with cells organized in rows and columns. They support formulas, formatting, charts, and various data types.
Common Use Cases
- Business reports and dashboards
- Financial calculations and budgets
- Data analysis and visualization
- Project management and tracking
Format Information
The sample files are provided in Excel XML format (.xls) which is compatible with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, LibreOffice Calc, and other spreadsheet applications.
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Real-World Use Cases
Template Testing
Use sample data to test Excel templates, macros, and automated reports before using real data.
Import Validation
Test your application's Excel import functionality with known data structures.
Training & Tutorials
Perfect for Excel training sessions, teaching formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis.
Dashboard Prototyping
Build and test Excel dashboards and charts with realistic sample data.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between .xls and .xlsx?
.xls is the older Excel format (Excel 97-2003), while .xlsx is the newer XML-based format (Excel 2007+). The .xlsx format supports more rows, columns, and features. Our samples use .xls for maximum compatibility.
Can I open these files in Google Sheets?
Yes! Google Sheets can import and export Excel files. Simply upload the .xls file to Google Drive and open it with Google Sheets.
How do I merge multiple Excel files?
Use our Excel Merger tool to combine multiple Excel files into a single workbook. You can merge sheets or append data rows.
Can I convert Excel to JSON?
While we offer JSON to Excel conversion, you can export Excel to CSV first, then use various tools to convert CSV to JSON format.