How to Convert XLSX to PDF in .NET

Thu, 29 May 2025 00:00:00 +0000

Overview

This article explains how to convert Excel (XLSX) files to PDF format using the GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode Document Conversion Plugin for .NET. GroupDocs Document Conversion Plugins are lightweight, single-purpose tools that make document conversion simple and efficient for .NET developers.

About Document Conversion Plugins

GroupDocs Document Conversion Plugins are built on our enterprise-grade GroupDocs.Conversion SDK. These plugins support converting PDF, Word, and Excel files, and are designed for cross-platform use on Windows, macOS, and Linux under .NET 6+. Each plugin offers a lightweight, fixed-price solution for a specific conversion (e.g., XLSX → PDF), making them ideal for developers who need a simple, focused tool.

Why Convert XLSX to PDF?

Exporting Excel spreadsheets to PDF ensures:

Cross-platform document sharing
Consistent print layout and margins
Preservation of tabular formatting and charts

Prerequisites

.NET 6.0 or later
A valid license file (GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic)
Source XLSX file to convert

Installation

To install the GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode package, run the following command in your terminal:

dotnet add package GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode

Code Example

The following example demonstrates how to convert a DOCX file to PDF in C#:

using GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode;

// Set the license (optional)
License.Set("GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic");

// Create a converter for XLSX
var converter = new XlsxToPdfConverter("source.xlsx");

// Convert to PDF
converter.Convert("output.pdf");

VB.NET Example

IImports GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode

' Set the license (optional)
License.Set("GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic")

' Create a converter for XLSX
Dim converter As New XlsxToPdfConverter("source.xlsx")

' Convert to PDF
converter.Convert("output.pdf")

F# Example

open GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode

// Set the license (optional)
License.Set("GroupDocs.Conversion.LowCode.lic")

// Create a converter
let converter = new XlsxToPdfConverter("source.xlsx")

// Convert to PDF
converter.Convert("output.pdf")

Output

The resulting PDF will be saved to the specified path (e.g., output.pdf). The converted file maintains layout, formatting, and structure from the original Word document.

Licensing

A valid license is required to use the API without evaluation limitations. You can obtain a free temporary license for testing:

Request Temporary License

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