Convert Shapefile to XLS

Convert Shapefile (.shp, .dbf, .shx, .prj) to XLS (.xls) online for free. Fast, accurate geospatial format conversion with CRS reprojection.

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About Shapefile

The ESRI Shapefile is one of the most widely used geospatial vector data formats. It stores geometry and attribute data in multiple component files (.shp, .dbf, .shx, .prj).

Extensions: .shp, .dbf, .shx, .prj

Software: ArcGIS, QGIS, MapInfo, AutoCAD Map 3D, Global Mapper

Limitations: Field names limited to 10 characters. 2 GB file size limit. Single geometry type per file. No support for date-time fields.

About XLS

XLS is the legacy Microsoft Excel binary spreadsheet format. It can be used as a geographic data source when it contains latitude/longitude columns.

Extensions: .xls

Software: Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, Google Sheets, QGIS, Python/xlrd

Limitations: Legacy format with 65,536 row limit. No geometry support. No CRS metadata. Read-only in GDAL.

How to Convert Shapefile to XLS

Upload your Shapefile file (.shp, .dbf, .shx, .prj)
Review detected layers, features, and coordinate system
Select XLS as your output format
Choose a target coordinate reference system (optional)
Click Convert and download your XLS file

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I convert Shapefile to XLS?

Upload your Shapefile file to ConvertGeoData, review the detected data, select XLS as the output format, and click Convert. Your converted file will be ready to download in seconds.

Is the Shapefile to XLS conversion free?

Yes! ConvertGeoData offers free conversions for all users. No account required for basic conversions. Sign up for a Pro or Business plan for higher limits.

Can I change the coordinate system during conversion?

Yes. ConvertGeoData automatically detects your source CRS and lets you reproject to any EPSG coordinate reference system during conversion.

What software can open XLS files?

XLS files can be opened with Microsoft Excel, LibreOffice Calc, Google Sheets, QGIS and more.