Convert XLX to XLXS in Sharepoint Folder automatically

Mark Crocker 1 Reputation point
2021-06-30T00:39:26.253+00:00

Hi there,

I have been looking for Flow solutions that aren't paid but can't find one. I have found some tips on Powershell for converting XLS to XLSX but that is all for local directories. I wanted to have a process run automatically when a folder is populated with files on Sharepoint.

Is there a script anyone can share? I am no programmer but can understand the basics of powershell and basically am not sure how to use powershell with Sharepoint libraries and folders.

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  1. Emily Du-MSFT 51,996 Reputation points Microsoft External Staff
    2021-06-30T09:20:27.49+00:00

    @Mark Crocker

    Per my test, converting .xlx files to .xlxs files automatically in the SharePoint folder is not available.

    As a workaround, you should change files extension in the client application manually. File -> Save as -> Choose .xlx type -> Save.

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  2. Fletcher Milestone 0 Reputation points
    2026-10-06T21:52:06.4133333+00:00

    Best way to do it, is use Onedrive to link sharepoint to your own personal documents then write a powershell script that converts any new file added. Powershell wont need to be open or pc on, so its quite helpful

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